Across 138 New Jersey nonprofits, the median total compensation for development directors is $141,797. 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 New Jersey
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1M - $5M | $47,072 | $109,048 | $144,784 | 32 |
| $5M - $25M | $124,678 | $143,042 | $186,938 | 67 |
| $25M - $100M | $143,757 | $163,810 | $198,602 | 25 |
Top Cities for Development Director Positions in New Jersey
Cities with the most nonprofit development directors reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in New Jersey
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$147k
Director of Training and Development
Vorhees, NJ|Revenue: $23.5M|2024
$132k
Director of Training and Development
Vorhees, NJ|Revenue: $22.2M|2023
$165k
Director, Programs and Project Development
Cherry Hill, NJ|Revenue: $3.5M|2023
$24k
Chief Development Officer
Princeton, NJ|Revenue: $36M|2023
$24k
Chief Development Officer
Princeton, NJ|Revenue: $37.8M|2022
$205k
Director of Development
Newark, NJ|Revenue: $5M|2023