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As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Process Improvement in North Carolina is $84,039 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.
However, a Process Improvement's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Process Improvement Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $92,957 | $7,746 | $1,788 | $45 |
| Average | $84,039 | $7,003 | $1,616 | $40 |
| 25th Percentile | $76,087 | $6,341 | $1,463 | $37 |
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HCA Healthcare - RIDGELAND, SC
A Process Improvement'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Process Improvement'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Process Improvement | $83,266 |
| Intermediate Level Process Improvement | $83,487 |
| Senior Level Process Improvement | $86,437 |
| Specialist Level Process Improvement | $90,586 |
| Expert Level Process Improvement | $90,882 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Process Improvements. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Process Improvement roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Process Improvement positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Process Improvement as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $92,443 | $44.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Process Improvement'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $92,957 | $7,746 | $1,788 | $45 |
| Average | $84,039 | $7,003 | $1,616 | $40 |
| 25th Percentile | $76,087 | $6,341 | $1,463 | $37 |
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