Across 80 Massachusetts nonprofits, the median total compensation for chief program officers is $154,768. 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 Massachusetts
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1M - $5M | $113,255 | $124,844 | $171,478 | 15 |
| $5M - $25M | $132,451 | $145,444 | $190,646 | 39 |
| $25M - $100M | $157,354 | $174,483 | $200,565 | 14 |
Top Cities for Chief Program Officer Positions in Massachusetts
Cities with the most nonprofit chief program officers reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in Massachusetts
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$191k
Chief Program Officer
Boston, MA|Revenue: $8.7M|2023
$184k
Chief Program Officer
Boston, MA|Revenue: $12.8M|2022
$251k
Chief Program Officer
Boston, MA|Revenue: $95.7M|2023
$160k
Chief Program Officer
Cambridge, MA|Revenue: $17.3M|2023
$203k
Chief Program Officer
Cambridge, MA|Revenue: $17.3M|2023
$266k
Chief Programs Officer
Cambridge, MA|Revenue: $14M|2022