As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Continuous Improvement Engineer in Houston, TX is $96,127, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,849 weekly, or $8,011 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 Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $81,557 to $110,748. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,501) and 75th percentile ($103,780), while top earners (90th percentile) make $110,748 per year. This $15,279 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, Houston Continuous Improvement Engineer often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 356 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 $81,557 Houston, TX March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $88,501 Houston, TX March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $96,127 Houston, TX March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $103,780 Houston, TX March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $110,748 Houston, TX March 01, 2026
25% $88,501 10% $81,557 90% $110,748 75% $103,780 $96,127 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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