Across 134 Maryland nonprofits, the median total compensation for development directors is $149,893. 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 Maryland
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1M - $5M | $106,880 | $132,971 | $156,938 | 32 |
| $5M - $25M | $124,358 | $145,827 | $182,670 | 61 |
| $25M - $100M | $142,283 | $203,504 | $241,233 | 25 |
Top Cities for Development Director Positions in Maryland
Cities with the most nonprofit development directors reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in Maryland
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$158k
Director of Development
Baltimore, MD|Revenue: $26.3M|2023
$150k
Director of Development
Baltimore, MD|Revenue: $22M|2022
$184k
Director of Development
Silver Spring, MD|Revenue: $4.5M|2024
$152k
Chief Development Officer
Rockville, MD|Revenue: $4.4M|2023
$148k
Chief Development Officer
Rockville, MD|Revenue: $2.2M|2022
$374k
Chief Development Officer
Germantown, MD|Revenue: $742.4M|2023