As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Fundraising Consultant in the US is $78,662, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,513 weekly, or $6,555 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Fundraising Consultant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Fundraising Consultant in the US vary widely, spanning from $58,616 to $104,560. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,169) and 75th percentile ($92,218), while top earners (90th percentile) make $104,560 per year. This $24,049 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Initiative or Microsoft Office, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Fundraising Consultant often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 24 companies and industry startups. 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
Fundraising Consultant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Fundraising Consultant Salary $58,616 US July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Fundraising Consultant Salary $68,169 US July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Fundraising Consultant Salary $78,662 US July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Fundraising Consultant Salary $92,218 US July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Fundraising Consultant Salary $104,560 US July 01, 2026
25% $68,169 10% $58,616 90% $104,560 75% $92,218 $78,662 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Fundraising Consultant

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Development and Fundraising Supervisor

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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