Across 76 Tennessee nonprofits, the median total compensation for development directors is $133,622. 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 Tennessee
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1M - $5M | $80,805 | $116,684 | $159,233 | 15 |
| $5M - $25M | $110,485 | $123,722 | $154,434 | 30 |
| $25M - $100M | $134,998 | $155,855 | $187,479 | 21 |
Top Cities for Development Director Positions in Tennessee
Cities with the most nonprofit development directors reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in Tennessee
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$120k
Senior Director of Development
Nashville, TN|Revenue: $18.9M|2024
$391k
Chief Development Officer
Memphis, TN|Revenue: $443.6M|2023
$294k
National Director Event Fundraising
Memphis, TN|Revenue: $443.6M|2023
$338k
Chief Development Officer
Memphis, TN|Revenue: $302.2M|2022
$153k
Managing Director Development
Whites Creek, TN|Revenue: $70.8M|2023
$160k
Director of Development
Nashville, TN|Revenue: $64.3M|2022