What are the main factors that influence a Development and Fundraising Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Development and Fundraising Manager?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Development and Fundraising Manager roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Development and Fundraising Manager's salary?

A Development and Fundraising Manager's salary grows with experience: a Development and Fundraising Coordinator (2-4 years)earns $81,758, a Development and Fundraising Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $87,584, a Development and Fundraising Manager (5+ years)earns $108,058, a Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager (5+ years)earns $122,267, a Development and Fundraising Director (5+ years)earns $159,906,

What are the highest paying states for a Development and Fundraising Manager?

Development and Fundraising Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Development and Fundraising Manager roles are District of Columbia $108,058, California $107,648, Massachusetts $106,214. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Development and Fundraising Manager roles make?

Salaries for Development and Fundraising Manager level roles vary by specialization: Head of Development and Fundraising: $281,770; VP of Development and Fundraising: $281,761; Development and Fundraising Director: $144,424; Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager: $110,429; Fundraising and Membership Development Coordinator III: $91,490.

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Development and Fundraising Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Development and Fundraising Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Development and Fundraising Manager in District of Columbia is $108,058 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

However, a Development and Fundraising Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $136,288
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,182 to $122,835
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $85,370

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Development and Fundraising Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,835	$10,236	$2,362	$59
Average	$108,058	$9,005	$2,078	$52
25th Percentile	$96,182	$8,015	$1,850	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Development and Fundraising Manager Salaries

A Development and Fundraising Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Development and Fundraising Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Development and Fundraising Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Development and Fundraising Coordinator (2-4 years): $81,758
Development and Fundraising Supervisor (3-5 years): $87,584
Development and Fundraising Manager (5+ years): $108,058
Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager (5+ years): $122,267
Development and Fundraising Director (5+ years): $159,906

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Development and Fundraising Coordinator	2-4 years	$81,758
Development and Fundraising Supervisor	3-5 years	$87,584
Development and Fundraising Manager	5+ years	$108,058
Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager	5+ years	$122,267
Development and Fundraising Director	5+ years	$159,906

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How Do Development and Fundraising Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Development and Fundraising Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $108,058.
California: $107,648.
Massachusetts: $106,214.

District of Columbia $108,058 California $107,648 Massachusetts $106,214 Washington $105,823 New Jersey $105,784 Alaska $105,648 Connecticut $104,301 New York $103,754

Hawaii $102,007 Rhode Island $101,188 Maryland $100,631 Minnesota $99,870 Colorado $99,577 Illinois $99,480 Oregon $99,109 Delaware $98,835

New Hampshire $98,664 Virginia $98,279 Pennsylvania $97,157 Nevada $96,591 North Dakota $96,405 Michigan $96,113 Wisconsin $96,005 Vermont $95,790

Texas $95,195 Maine $95,156 Arizona $95,098 Ohio $95,029 Georgia $94,131 Indiana $93,682 Wyoming $93,595 Utah $93,458

Iowa $93,399 Kansas $92,931 Louisiana $92,794 North Carolina $92,745 Missouri $92,726 Florida $92,345 Montana $92,140 Nebraska $91,945

Kentucky $91,838 South Carolina $91,447 Tennessee $91,203 Idaho $91,106 New Mexico $90,393 Oklahoma $90,237 Alabama $89,661 South Dakota $88,695

Arkansas $88,168 West Virginia $87,885 Mississippi $87,036

Top Paying Cities for Development and Fundraising Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $107,472
Washington: $107,473
Naval Anacost Annex: $107,468

Parcel Return Service, DC $107,472 Washington, DC $107,473 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $107,468 Washington Navy Yard, DC $107,472

Development and Fundraising Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Development and Fundraising Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $115,365. While startup companies pay approximate $98,087.

Development and Fundraising Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$98,087
Growth Stage	51~500	$103,606
Established	501~5000	$111,549
Enterprise	5000+	$115,365

Development and Fundraising Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Development and Fundraising Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Development and Fundraising Manager positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Development and Fundraising Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Development and Fundraising Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$118,864	$57.0	10%

Development and Fundraising Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Development and Fundraising Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$96,182

Average $108,058/year

$122,835

$8,015

Average $9,005/month

$10,236

$1,850

Average $2,078/week

$2,362

$46

Average $52/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,835	$10,236	$2,362	$59
Average	$108,058	$9,005	$2,078	$52
25th Percentile	$96,182	$8,015	$1,850	$46

Development and Fundraising Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Development and Fundraising Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $122,267 - a projected growth of 13% over your current level.

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