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Continuous Improvement Supervisor Salary in the United States

How much does a Continuous Improvement Supervisor make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Continuous Improvement Supervisor in the United States is $91,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,100
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,000 to $98,000
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,443
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Continuous Improvement Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $98,000 $8,167 $1,885 $47
Average $91,300 $7,608 $1,756 $44
25th Percentile $83,000 $6,917 $1,596 $40
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Key Factors That Influence Continuous Improvement Supervisor Salaries

A Continuous Improvement Supervisor'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 Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Continuous Improvement Supervisor'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 IV (7+ years): $127,760
  • Continuous Improvement Specialist V (7-10 years): $143,051
  • Continuous Improvement Supervisor (10+ years): $91,234
  • Continuous Improvement Manager (10+ years): $137,835
  • Continuous Improvement Senior Manager (10+ years): $150,487
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Continuous Improvement Specialist IV7+ years$127,760
Continuous Improvement Specialist V7-10 years$143,051
Continuous Improvement Supervisor10+ years$91,234
Continuous Improvement Manager10+ years$137,835
Continuous Improvement Senior Manager10+ years$150,487
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How Do Continuous Improvement Supervisor 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 Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $101,100.
  • California: $100,700.
  • Massachusetts: $99,300.

Top Paying Cities for Continuous Improvement Supervisors

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:

  • San Jose: $115,100
  • San Francisco: $113,900
  • Oakland: $111,500

Continuous Improvement Supervisor Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Continuous Improvement Supervisor salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $102,118. While startup companies pay approximate $86,362.

Continuous Improvement Supervisor Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$86,362
Growth Stage51~500$91,341
Established501~5000$98,615
Enterprise5000+$102,118

Continuous Improvement Supervisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Continuous Improvement Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 200% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Chemicals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 100% above the average. In contrast, Continuous Improvement Supervisor positions in Pharmaceuticals or Insurance typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Continuous Improvement Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Continuous Improvement Supervisor

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$182,600$88.0100%
Chemicals$182,600$88.0100%
Healthcare$182,600$88.0100%
MFG Durable$182,600$88.0100%
Telecom$182,600$88.0100%

Continuous Improvement Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Continuous Improvement Supervisor'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

Continuous Improvement Supervisor Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Continuous Improvement Supervisor, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Continuous Improvement Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $137,840 - a projected growth of 51% over your current level.

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