Across 522 Virginia nonprofits, the median total compensation for COOs is $168,668. 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 Virginia
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under $1M | $18,046 | $39,160 | $54,748 | 69 |
| $1M - $5M | $84,801 | $130,782 | $175,285 | 137 |
| $5M - $25M | $136,676 | $187,969 | $250,427 | 182 |
| $25M - $100M | $200,676 | $265,314 | $365,681 | 92 |
| Over $100M | $290,122 | $370,663 | $623,106 | 42 |
Top Cities for COO Positions in Virginia
Cities with the most nonprofit COOs reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in Virginia
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$28k
Chief Operating Officer
Alexandria, VA|Revenue: $282k|2023
$175k
COO
Richmond, VA|Revenue: $20.7M|2022
$50k
COO
Suffolk, VA|Revenue: $185k|2024
$64k
COO - As of 9/2024
Arlington, VA|Revenue: $6.9M|2024
$5k
COO
Manassas, VA|Revenue: $161k|2023
$11k
COO
Manassas, VA|Revenue: $152k|2022