As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Continuous Improvement Engineer in Richmond, VA is $93,713, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,802 weekly, or $7,809 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Continuous Improvement Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Continuous Improvement Engineer in Richmond, VA vary widely, spanning from $79,517 to $107,971. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($86,283) and 75th percentile ($101,176), while top earners (90th percentile) make $107,971 per year. This $14,893 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, Richmond Continuous Improvement Engineer often earn 3.4% lower than national averages. 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 $79,517 Richmond, VA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $86,283 Richmond, VA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $93,713 Richmond, VA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $101,176 Richmond, VA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $107,971 Richmond, VA August 01, 2026
25% $86,283 10% $79,517 90% $107,971 75% $101,176 $93,713 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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