Across 277 Illinois nonprofits, the median total compensation for development directors is $140,415. 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 Illinois
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under $1M | $15,616 | $31,415 | $51,310 | 32 |
| $1M - $5M | $101,581 | $122,770 | $139,424 | 68 |
| $5M - $25M | $125,597 | $147,164 | $186,174 | 104 |
| $25M - $100M | $161,996 | $199,723 | $263,926 | 50 |
| Over $100M | $212,712 | $259,830 | $355,046 | 23 |
Top Cities for Development Director Positions in Illinois
Cities with the most nonprofit development directors reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in Illinois
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$126k
Director of Program Development
Chicago, IL|Revenue: $5.8M|2023
$168k
Director of Development
Evanston, IL|Revenue: $3.8M|2023
$226k
Chief Development Officer
Chicago, IL|Revenue: $16.3M|2023
$227k
Chief Development Officer
Chicago, IL|Revenue: $31.8M|2022
$344k
Chief Development Officer
Chicago, IL|Revenue: $107.7M|2023
$324k
Chief Development Officer
Chicago, IL|Revenue: $108.6M|2022