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

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

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

A Continuous Improvement Leader's salary grows with experience: a Lean Manufacturing Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $73,147, a Lean Manufacturing Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $97,025, a Continuous Improvement Leader (4-7 years)earns $120,505, a Lean Manufacturing Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $132,212, a Lean Manufacturing Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $147,937,

What are the highest paying states for a Continuous Improvement Leader?

Continuous Improvement Leader salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Continuous Improvement Leader roles are District of Columbia $132,625, California $132,122, Massachusetts $130,361. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Continuous Improvement Leader level roles vary by specialization: VP of Continuous Improvement: $188,600; Continuous Improvement Director: $164,000; Continuous Improvement Champion: $142,496; Continuous Improvement Manager: $137,730; Continuous Improvement Consultant: $97,040.

Continuous Improvement Leader Salary in Delaware

How much does a Continuous Improvement Leader make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Continuous Improvement Leader in Delaware is $121,305 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $142,092
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $110,547 to $132,186
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,753

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Continuous Improvement Leader Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$132,186	$11,015	$2,542	$64
Average	$121,305	$10,109	$2,333	$58
25th Percentile	$110,547	$9,212	$2,126	$53

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Key Factors That Influence Continuous Improvement Leader Salaries

A Continuous Improvement Leader'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 Leader Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Continuous Improvement Leader'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $73,147
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,025
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $120,505
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,212
Expert (over 8 years): $147,937

Levels	Salary
Lean Manu... Level Continuous Improvement Leader	$73,147
Lean Manu... Level Continuous Improvement Leader	$97,025
Continuou... Level Continuous Improvement Leader	$120,505
Lean Manu... Level Continuous Improvement Leader	$132,212
Lean Manu... Level Continuous Improvement Leader	$147,937

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How Do Continuous Improvement Leader 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 Leaders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $132,625.
California: $132,122.
Massachusetts: $130,361.

District of Columbia $132,625 California $132,122 Massachusetts $130,361 Washington $129,882 New Jersey $129,834 Alaska $129,666 Connecticut $128,013 New York $127,342

Hawaii $125,198 Rhode Island $124,192 Maryland $123,509 Minnesota $122,575 Colorado $122,216 Illinois $122,096 Oregon $121,641 Delaware $121,305

New Hampshire $121,094 Virginia $120,622 Pennsylvania $119,245 Nevada $118,550 North Dakota $118,323 Michigan $117,963 Wisconsin $117,832 Vermont $117,568

Texas $116,837 Maine $116,789 Arizona $116,718 Ohio $116,634 Georgia $115,532 Indiana $114,981 Wyoming $114,873 Utah $114,705

Iowa $114,633 Kansas $114,058 Louisiana $113,891 North Carolina $113,831 Missouri $113,807 Florida $113,340 Montana $113,088 Nebraska $112,849

Kentucky $112,717 South Carolina $112,238 Tennessee $111,938 Idaho $111,818 New Mexico $110,944 Oklahoma $110,752 Alabama $110,046 South Dakota $108,860

Arkansas $108,213 West Virginia $107,865 Mississippi $106,823

Top Paying Cities for Continuous Improvement Leaders

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:

Lincoln: $125,546
Little Creek: $124,384
Magnolia: $124,899

Lincoln, DE $125,546 Little Creek, DE $124,384 Magnolia, DE $124,899 Milford, DE $125,546 Marydel, DE $123,917 Millsboro, DE $125,546 Millville, DE $126,384 Milton, DE $125,546

Nassau, DE $125,546 Ocean View, DE $126,384 Rehoboth Beach, DE $126,384 Seaford, DE $124,228 Selbyville, DE $126,384 Smyrna, DE $123,773 Viola, DE $124,899 Woodside, DE $124,539

Bear, DE $122,862 Newark, DE $122,910 Claymont, DE $123,006 Delaware City, DE $122,910 Hockessin, DE $123,006 Kirkwood, DE $122,910 Middletown, DE $123,521 Montchanin, DE $123,006

New Castle, DE $123,006 Odessa, DE $123,689 Port Penn, DE $122,575 Rockland, DE $123,006 Saint Georges, DE $122,910 Townsend, DE $123,509 Winterthur, DE $123,006 Lewes, DE $125,546

Wilmington, DE $123,006 Dover, DE $124,324 Dover Afb, DE $124,611 Bethany Beach, DE $126,384 Bethel, DE $124,228 Bridgeville, DE $125,546 Camden Wyoming, DE $124,456 Cheswold, DE $124,036

Clayton, DE $123,725 Dagsboro, DE $126,384 Delmar, DE $124,228 Ellendale, DE $125,546 Felton, DE $125,546 Fenwick Island, DE $126,384 Frankford, DE $126,384 Frederica, DE $125,546

Georgetown, DE $125,546 Greenwood, DE $125,546 Harbeson, DE $125,546 Harrington, DE $125,546 Hartly, DE $123,665 Houston, DE $125,546 Kenton, DE $123,725 Laurel, DE $124,228

Yorklyn, DE $123,006

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

Understanding how a Continuous Improvement Leader'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 January 01, 2026

$110,547

Average $121,305/year

$132,186

$9,212

Average $10,109/month

$11,015

$2,126

Average $2,333/week

$2,542

$53

Average $58/hour

$64

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$132,186	$11,015	$2,542	$64
Average	$121,305	$10,109	$2,333	$58
25th Percentile	$110,547	$9,212	$2,126	$53

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