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Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager Salary in Massachusetts

How much does a Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager make in Massachusetts?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager in Massachusetts is $120,180 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $155,910
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $103,685 to $138,882
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $88,666
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Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $138,882 $11,574 $2,671 $67
Average $120,180 $10,015 $2,311 $58
25th Percentile $103,685 $8,640 $1,994 $50
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Key Factors That Influence Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager Salaries

A Development and Fundraising Sr. 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 Sr. Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Development and Fundraising Sr. 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 Supervisor (3-5 years): $86,089
  • Development and Fundraising Manager (5+ years): $106,214
  • Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager (5+ years): $120,180
  • Development and Fundraising Director (5+ years): $157,177
  • VP of Development and Fundraising (5+ years): $306,640
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Development and Fundraising Supervisor3-5 years$86,089
Development and Fundraising Manager5+ years$106,214
Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager5+ years$120,180
Development and Fundraising Director5+ years$157,177
VP of Development and Fundraising5+ years$306,640
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Top Paying Cities for Development and Fundraising Sr. 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:

  • Agawam: $113,915
  • Amherst: $114,748
  • Barre: $115,894

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

Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $128,306. While startup companies pay approximate $109,090.

Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$109,090
Growth Stage51~500$115,228
Established501~5000$124,063
Enterprise5000+$128,306

Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Development and Fundraising Sr. 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 Sr. Manager positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$132,198$64.010%

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

Understanding how a Development and Fundraising Sr. 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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$103,685
Average $120,180/year
$138,882
$8,640
Average $10,015/month
$11,574
$1,994
Average $2,311/week
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Average $58/hour
$67
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $138,882 $11,574 $2,671 $67
Average $120,180 $10,015 $2,311 $58
25th Percentile $103,685 $8,640 $1,994 $50

Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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VP of Development and Fundraising

For a Development and Fundraising Sr. Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Development and Fundraising Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $157,177 - a projected growth of 31% over your current level.

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