As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Continuous Improvement Engineer in Gastonia, NC is $92,977, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,788 weekly, or $7,748 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Continuous Improvement Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Continuous Improvement Engineer in Gastonia, NC vary widely, spanning from $78,878 to $107,107. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($85,597) and 75th percentile ($100,374), while top earners (90th percentile) make $107,107 per year. This $14,777 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Equipment Maintenance, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Gastonia Continuous Improvement Engineer often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. However, Gastonia currently ranks 502 statewide for Continuous Improvement Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Continuous Improvement Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $78,878 Gastonia, NC April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $85,597 Gastonia, NC April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $92,977 Gastonia, NC April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $100,374 Gastonia, NC April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $107,107 Gastonia, NC April 01, 2026
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About Gastonia, North Carolina    Gastonia is the largest city in and county seat of Gaston County, North Carolina, United States. It is also the second largest satellite city of the C....More

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