What are the main factors that influence a Donor Relations 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 Donor Relations Manager?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Donor Relations Manager roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Donor Relations Manager's salary?

A Donor Relations Manager's salary grows with experience: a Development and Donor Coordinator I (0-2 years)earns $50,609, a Development and Donor Coordinator II (2-4 years)earns $61,946, a Donor Relations Manager (4-7 years)earns $92,037,

What are the highest paying states for a Donor Relations Manager?

Donor Relations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Donor Relations Manager roles are District of Columbia $101,112, California $100,728, Massachusetts $99,386. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Donor Relations Manager roles make?

Salaries for Donor Relations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Donor Relations Coordinator III: $91,500; Donor Relations Specialist: $78,315; Director of Donor Relations: $71,414; Donor Relations and Stewardship Manager: $69,100; Donor Relations Manager - Higher Ed.: $69,046.

Donor Relations Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Donor Relations Manager make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Donor Relations Manager in Delaware is $92,482 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, a Donor Relations Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,050
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,133 to $98,537
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,891

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Donor Relations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,537	$8,211	$1,895	$47
Average	$92,482	$7,707	$1,778	$44
25th Percentile	$80,133	$6,678	$1,541	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Donor Relations Manager Salaries

A Donor Relations 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 Do Donor Relations 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 Donor Relations Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $101,112.
California: $100,728.
Massachusetts: $99,386.

District of Columbia $101,112 California $100,728 Massachusetts $99,386 Washington $99,021 New Jersey $98,984 Alaska $98,856 Connecticut $97,596 New York $97,085

Hawaii $95,450 Rhode Island $94,683 Maryland $94,162 Minnesota $93,450 Colorado $93,176 Illinois $93,085 Oregon $92,738 Delaware $92,482

New Hampshire $92,321 Virginia $91,961 Pennsylvania $90,911 Nevada $90,381 North Dakota $90,208 Michigan $89,934 Wisconsin $89,834 Vermont $89,633

Texas $89,076 Maine $89,039 Arizona $88,984 Ohio $88,920 Georgia $88,080 Indiana $87,660 Wyoming $87,578 Utah $87,450

Iowa $87,395 Kansas $86,957 Louisiana $86,829 North Carolina $86,783 Missouri $86,765 Florida $86,409 Montana $86,217 Nebraska $86,035

Kentucky $85,934 South Carolina $85,569 Tennessee $85,341 Idaho $85,249 New Mexico $84,583 Oklahoma $84,436 Alabama $83,898 South Dakota $82,994

Arkansas $82,500 West Virginia $82,236 Mississippi $81,441

Top Paying Cities for Donor Relations 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:

Lincoln: $92,065
Little Creek: $92,739
Magnolia: $92,606

Lincoln, DE $92,065 Little Creek, DE $92,739 Magnolia, DE $92,606 Milford, DE $92,299 Marydel, DE $92,451 Millsboro, DE $91,679 Millville, DE $91,821 Milton, DE $91,980

Nassau, DE $92,046 Ocean View, DE $91,805 Rehoboth Beach, DE $91,981 Seaford, DE $92,033 Selbyville, DE $91,653 Smyrna, DE $92,803 Viola, DE $92,376 Woodside, DE $92,624

Bear, DE $92,411 Newark, DE $92,376 Claymont, DE $92,565 Delaware City, DE $92,468 Hockessin, DE $92,368 Kirkwood, DE $92,451 Middletown, DE $92,486 Montchanin, DE $92,389

New Castle, DE $92,402 Odessa, DE $92,532 Port Penn, DE $92,594 Rockland, DE $92,398 Saint Georges, DE $92,457 Townsend, DE $92,600 Winterthur, DE $92,409 Lewes, DE $92,015

Wilmington, DE $92,372 Dover, DE $92,739 Dover Afb, DE $92,251 Bethany Beach, DE $91,708 Bethel, DE $91,803 Bridgeville, DE $92,020 Camden Wyoming, DE $92,478 Cheswold, DE $92,709

Clayton, DE $92,712 Dagsboro, DE $91,644 Delmar, DE $91,497 Ellendale, DE $91,775 Felton, DE $92,292 Fenwick Island, DE $91,665 Frankford, DE $91,505 Frederica, DE $92,383

Georgetown, DE $91,610 Greenwood, DE $92,034 Harbeson, DE $91,707 Harrington, DE $92,175 Hartly, DE $92,462 Houston, DE $92,044 Kenton, DE $92,717 Laurel, DE $91,555

Yorklyn, DE $92,395

Donor Relations Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Donor Relations 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, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Donor Relations Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Donor Relations Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Donor Relations Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$101,730	$49.0	10%

Donor Relations Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Donor Relations 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$80,133

Average $92,482/year

$98,537

$6,678

Average $7,707/month

$8,211

$1,541

Average $1,778/week

$1,895

$39

Average $44/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,537	$8,211	$1,895	$47
Average	$92,482	$7,707	$1,778	$44
25th Percentile	$80,133	$6,678	$1,541	$39

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