Across 363 North Carolina nonprofits, the median total compensation for COOs is $115,923. 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
COO Compensation by Organization Size in North Carolina
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under $1M | $14,715 | $25,999 | $52,400 | 75 |
| $1M - $5M | $59,190 | $102,272 | $126,594 | 71 |
| $5M - $25M | $102,517 | $136,290 | $186,722 | 121 |
| $25M - $100M | $148,188 | $190,258 | $239,671 | 56 |
| Over $100M | $220,004 | $329,777 | $664,632 | 40 |
Top Cities for COO Positions in North Carolina
Cities with the most nonprofit COOs reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in North Carolina
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$40k
Director of Operations
Pinehurst, NC|Revenue: $147k|2024
$148k
COO
Shallotte, NC|Revenue: $7.6M|2023
$122k
COO
Shallotte, NC|Revenue: $5.5M|2022
$60k
Director Operations & Develop
Scotland Neck, NC|Revenue: $1.8M|2023
$463k
COO & Chief Sustainability Officer
Research Triangle Park, NC|Revenue: $18.3M|2023
$236k
Chief Operating Officer
Raleigh, NC|Revenue: $6.4M|2024