As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Continuous Improvement Engineer in Salem, OR is $97,232, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,870 weekly, or $8,103 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 Salem, OR vary widely, spanning from $82,503 to $112,025. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($89,522) and 75th percentile ($104,975), while top earners (90th percentile) make $112,025 per year. This $15,453 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, Salem Continuous Improvement Engineer often earn 0.6% higher than national averages. However, Salem currently ranks 307 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 $82,503 Salem, OR August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $89,522 Salem, OR August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $97,232 Salem, OR August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $104,975 Salem, OR August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $112,025 Salem, OR August 01, 2026
25% $89,522 10% $82,503 90% $112,025 75% $104,975 $97,232 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Civil Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Salem, Oregon    Salem /ˈseɪləm/ is the capital of the U.S. state of Oregon, and the county seat of Marion County. It is located in the center of the Willamette Valley....More

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