Across 96 District of Columbia nonprofits, the median total compensation for chief program officers is $194,158. 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
Chief Program Officer Compensation by Organization Size in District of Columbia
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1M - $5M | $146,885 | $172,356 | $199,244 | 22 |
| $5M - $25M | $165,266 | $185,535 | $214,720 | 34 |
| $25M - $100M | $185,326 | $221,771 | $270,892 | 22 |
| Over $100M | $276,032 | $343,082 | $362,863 | 11 |
Top Cities for Chief Program Officer Positions in District of Columbia
Cities with the most nonprofit chief program officers reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in District of Columbia
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$315k
Chief Program Officer
Washington, DC|Revenue: $20.1M|2023
$186k
Chief Programs Officer
Washington, DC|Revenue: $3.9M|2024
$170k
Chief Programs Officer
Washington, DC|Revenue: $6.7M|2023
$268k
Chief Program Officer
Washington, DC|Revenue: $10.3M|2024
$308k
Chief Program Officer
Washington, DC|Revenue: $9.3M|2023
$181k
Chief Program Officer
Washington, DC|Revenue: $9M|2024