Based on 621 IRS Form 990 records, the median total compensation for nonprofit development directors in California is $152,224. This includes base salary, bonus, and other reportable compensation.
Development Director Compensation by Organization Size in California
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Records |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under $1M | $10,055 | $29,800 | $73,650 | 50 |
| $1M - $5M | $112,512 | $129,875 | $153,061 | 127 |
| $5M - $25M | $125,160 | $147,729 | $181,324 | 275 |
| $25M - $100M | $166,749 | $202,767 | $247,798 | 133 |
| Over $100M | $202,222 | $289,688 | $366,240 | 36 |
Top Cities for Development Director Positions in California
Cities with the most nonprofit development directors reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in California
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$162k
Chief Development Officer
FOOD FORWARD INC
North Hollywood, CA|Revenue: $175.2M|2023
$10k
Director of Development
SHERMAN OAKS SENIOR CITIZEN HOUSING CORP
Los Angeles, CA|Revenue: $758k|2022
$154k
Chief Development Officer
PRETEND CITY THE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
Irvine, CA|Revenue: $9.8M|2022
$105k
Director of Development
REIMAGINE INC
San Francisco, CA|Revenue: $4M|2024
$8k
Chief Development Officer
CALCEF INNOVATIONS
Berkeley, CA|Revenue: $16.5M|2023
$196k
Chief Development Officer
HOMEFIRST SERVICES OF SANTA CLARA COUNTY
Milpitas, CA|Revenue: $51.2M|2022