Across 101 Connecticut nonprofits, the median total compensation for development directors is $150,279. 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
Development Director Compensation by Organization Size in Connecticut
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1M - $5M | $118,843 | $144,896 | $160,868 | 22 |
| $5M - $25M | $126,602 | $151,874 | $189,909 | 52 |
| $25M - $100M | $136,975 | $208,869 | $237,881 | 17 |
Top Cities for Development Director Positions in Connecticut
Cities with the most nonprofit development directors reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in Connecticut
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$152k
Director of Development
Suffield, CT|Revenue: $5.1M|2022
$225k
Chief Development Officer
Stonington, CT|Revenue: $12.5M|2024
$138k
Chief Development Officer
New Haven, CT|Revenue: $3.4M|2024
$209k
Chief Development Officer
New Haven, CT|Revenue: $41M|2023
$198k
Cdo (through 3/22/2023)
New Haven, CT|Revenue: $43.8M|2022
$117k
Director of Development
Shelton, CT|Revenue: $1.3M|2024