What are the main factors that influence a Continuous Improvement Specialist II's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Continuous Improvement Specialist II?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Continuous Improvement Specialist II roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Continuous Improvement Specialist 's salary?

A Continuous Improvement Specialist 's salary grows with experience: a Continuous Improvement Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $78,056, a Continuous Improvement Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $103,828, a Continuous Improvement Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $128,970, a Continuous Improvement Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $141,474, a Continuous Improvement Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $158,421,

What are the highest paying states for a Continuous Improvement Specialist II?

Continuous Improvement Specialist II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Continuous Improvement Specialist II roles are District of Columbia $103,830, California $103,440, Massachusetts $102,060. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Continuous Improvement Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Continuous Improvement Specialist level roles vary by specialization: VP of Continuous Improvement: $188,600; Continuous Improvement Director: $164,000; Continuous Improvement Specialist V: $143,100; Continuous Improvement Champion: $142,645; Continuous Improvement Manager: $137,860.

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Continuous Improvement Specialist II Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Continuous Improvement Specialist II make in District of Columbia?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Continuous Improvement Specialist II in District of Columbia is $103,830 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

However, a Continuous Improvement Specialist II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $121,502
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,080 to $113,080
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,293

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Continuous Improvement Specialist II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,080	$9,423	$2,175	$54
Average	$103,830	$8,653	$1,997	$50
25th Percentile	$93,080	$7,757	$1,790	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Continuous Improvement Specialist II Salaries

A Continuous Improvement Specialist II's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Continuous Improvement Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Continuous Improvement Specialist II's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Continuous Improvement Specialist I (0-2 years): $78,056
Continuous Improvement Specialist II (2-4 years): $103,828
Continuous Improvement Specialist III (4-7 years): $128,970
Continuous Improvement Specialist IV (7+ years): $141,474
Continuous Improvement Specialist V (7-10 years): $158,421

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Continuous Improvement Specialist I	0-2 years	$78,056
Continuous Improvement Specialist II	2-4 years	$103,828
Continuous Improvement Specialist III	4-7 years	$128,970
Continuous Improvement Specialist IV	7+ years	$141,474
Continuous Improvement Specialist V	7-10 years	$158,421

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How Do Continuous Improvement Specialist II Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Continuous Improvement Specialist IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $103,830.
California: $103,440.
Massachusetts: $102,060.

District of Columbia $103,830 California $103,440 Massachusetts $102,060 Washington $101,690 New Jersey $101,650 Alaska $101,520 Connecticut $100,220 New York $99,700

Hawaii $98,020 Rhode Island $97,230 Maryland $96,700 Minnesota $95,960 Colorado $95,680 Illinois $95,590 Oregon $95,230 Delaware $94,970

New Hampshire $94,810 Virginia $94,440 Pennsylvania $93,360 Nevada $92,810 North Dakota $92,640 Michigan $92,350 Wisconsin $92,250 Vermont $92,050

Texas $91,470 Maine $91,440 Arizona $91,380 Ohio $91,310 Georgia $90,450 Indiana $90,020 Wyoming $89,940 Utah $89,800

Iowa $89,750 Kansas $89,300 Louisiana $89,170 North Carolina $89,120 Missouri $89,100 Florida $88,730 Montana $88,540 Nebraska $88,350

Kentucky $88,250 South Carolina $87,870 Tennessee $87,640 Idaho $87,540 New Mexico $86,860 Oklahoma $86,710 Alabama $86,160 South Dakota $85,230

Arkansas $84,720 West Virginia $84,450 Mississippi $83,630

Top Paying Cities for Continuous Improvement Specialist IIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $103,270
Washington: $103,270
Naval Anacost Annex: $103,270

Parcel Return Service, DC $103,270 Washington, DC $103,270 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $103,270 Washington Navy Yard, DC $103,270

Continuous Improvement Specialist II Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Continuous Improvement Specialist II salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $116,232. While startup companies pay approximate $98,329.

Continuous Improvement Specialist II Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$98,329
Growth Stage	51~500	$103,995
Established	501~5000	$112,242
Enterprise	5000+	$116,232

Continuous Improvement Specialist II Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Continuous Improvement Specialist II roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Continuous Improvement Specialist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Continuous Improvement Specialist II as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Continuous Improvement Specialist II

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Construction	$114,213	$55.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$112,136	$54.0	8%
Retail & Wholesale	$111,098	$53.0	7%
MFG Nondurable	$110,060	$53.0	6%
Aerospace & Defense	$109,022	$52.0	5%

Continuous Improvement Specialist II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Continuous Improvement Specialist II's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$93,080

Average $103,830/year

$113,080

$7,757

Average $8,653/month

$9,423

$1,790

Average $1,997/week

$2,175

$45

Average $50/hour

$54

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,080	$9,423	$2,175	$54
Average	$103,830	$8,653	$1,997	$50
25th Percentile	$93,080	$7,757	$1,790	$45

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For a Continuous Improvement Specialist II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Continuous Improvement Specialist III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $128,970 - a projected growth of 24% over your current level.

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