Across 870 North Carolina nonprofits, the median total compensation for CFOs is $78,804. Each organization counts once, using its most recent IRS Form 990 filing from fiscal years 2019 to 2024. Total compensation includes base salary, bonus, and other reportable compensation.
Data updated July 1, 2026
CFO Compensation by Organization Size in North Carolina
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under $1M | $6,742 | $15,848 | $33,631 | 221 |
| $1M - $5M | $29,658 | $62,610 | $96,624 | 175 |
| $5M - $25M | $53,078 | $118,334 | $161,174 | 263 |
| $25M - $100M | $138,308 | $181,802 | $233,941 | 140 |
| Over $100M | $191,028 | $301,136 | $580,079 | 71 |
Top Cities for CFO Positions in North Carolina
Cities with the most nonprofit CFOs reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in North Carolina
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$33k
Secretary/treasurer
Charlotte, NC|Revenue: $3.9M|2023
$30k
CFO
Charlotte, NC|Revenue: $3.9M|2023
$27k
CFO
Charlotte, NC|Revenue: $2.8M|2022
$31k
Secretary/treasurer
Charlotte, NC|Revenue: $2.8M|2022
$13k
CFO
Barium Springs, NC|Revenue: $10.5M|2023
$12k
CFO
Barium Springs, NC|Revenue: $11.4M|2022