As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Continuous Improvement Engineer in Rockford, IL is $92,756, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,784 weekly, or $7,730 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 Rockford, IL vary widely, spanning from $78,690 to $106,852. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($85,393) and 75th percentile ($100,134), while top earners (90th percentile) make $106,852 per year. This $14,741 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, Rockford Continuous Improvement Engineer often earn 5.5% lower than national averages. However, Rockford currently ranks 514 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 $78,690 Rockford, IL April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $85,393 Rockford, IL April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $92,756 Rockford, IL April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $100,134 Rockford, IL April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $106,852 Rockford, IL April 01, 2026
25% $85,393 10% $78,690 90% $106,852 75% $100,134 $92,756 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Continuous Improvement Engineer in Rockford, IL. The base salary for Continuous Improvement Engineer ranges from $85,393 to $100,134 with the average base salary of $92,756. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $96,790 to $122,094 with the average total cash compensation of $107,646.
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