As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Continuous Improvement Engineer in Rochester, MN is $96,539, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,857 weekly, or $8,045 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 Rochester, MN vary widely, spanning from $81,914 to $111,226. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,884) and 75th percentile ($104,227), while top earners (90th percentile) make $111,226 per year. This $15,343 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, Rochester Continuous Improvement Engineer often earn 2.0% higher than national averages. However, Rochester currently ranks 334 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 $81,914 Rochester, MN August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $88,884 Rochester, MN August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $96,539 Rochester, MN August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $104,227 Rochester, MN August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $111,226 Rochester, MN August 01, 2026
25% $88,884 10% $81,914 90% $111,226 75% $104,227 $96,539 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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