Across 96 Michigan nonprofits, the median total compensation for development directors is $130,025. 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 Michigan
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under $1M | $4,376 | $6,978 | $19,654 | 12 |
| $1M - $5M | $49,889 | $116,189 | $147,300 | 25 |
| $5M - $25M | $114,930 | $130,436 | $149,928 | 38 |
| $25M - $100M | $147,480 | $192,886 | $228,250 | 17 |
Top Cities for Development Director Positions in Michigan
Cities with the most nonprofit development directors reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in Michigan
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$4k
Chief Real Estate Development Officer (beg Oct)
Grand Rapids, MI|Revenue: $80k|2023
$445k
Chief Standards Development Officer
Ann Arbor, MI|Revenue: $10.5M|2024
$450k
Chief Standards Development Officer
Ann Arbor, MI|Revenue: $9.7M|2023
$325k
Chief Standards Development Officer
Ann Arbor, MI|Revenue: $10.2M|2022
$29k
Development Director
Farmington Hills, MI|Revenue: $2.2M|2024
$21k
Development Director
Farmington Hills, MI|Revenue: $2.1M|2023