Across 548 Tennessee nonprofits, the median total compensation for CFOs is $95,219. 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 Tennessee
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under $1M | $5,144 | $12,225 | $37,274 | 138 |
| $1M - $5M | $30,000 | $66,200 | $102,266 | 103 |
| $5M - $25M | $89,063 | $122,710 | $155,269 | 178 |
| $25M - $100M | $120,015 | $169,580 | $230,866 | 89 |
| Over $100M | $220,803 | $279,682 | $476,446 | 40 |
Top Cities for CFO Positions in Tennessee
Cities with the most nonprofit CFOs reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in Tennessee
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$341k
CFO
Nashville, TN|Revenue: $49.3M|2023
$309k
CFO
Nashville, TN|Revenue: $44M|2022
$47k
CFO
Chattanooga, TN|Revenue: $121.6M|2022
$17k
Treasurer
Nashville, TN|Revenue: $243k|2023
$140k
Secretary/treasurer
Spring Hill, TN|Revenue: $18M|2023
$141k
CFO
Chattanooga, TN|Revenue: $13.1M|2024