As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Fundraising Consultant in Aurora, IL is $78,481, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,509 weekly, or $6,540 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 Aurora, IL vary widely, spanning from $58,482 to $104,323. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,013) and 75th percentile ($92,008), while top earners (90th percentile) make $104,323 per year. This $23,995 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, Aurora Fundraising Consultant often earn 2.1% lower than national averages. However, Aurora currently ranks 352 statewide for Fundraising Consultant 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
Fundraising Consultant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Fundraising Consultant Salary $58,482 Aurora, IL May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Fundraising Consultant Salary $68,013 Aurora, IL May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Fundraising Consultant Salary $78,481 Aurora, IL May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Fundraising Consultant Salary $92,008 Aurora, IL May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Fundraising Consultant Salary $104,323 Aurora, IL May 01, 2026
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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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About Aurora, Illinois    Aurora, a suburb of Chicago, is a city in DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. Located primarily in DuPage and Kan....More

Aurora, Illinois  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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