Across 168 Virginia nonprofits, the median total compensation for development directors is $162,497. 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 Virginia
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under $1M | $30,726 | $73,891 | $101,689 | 12 |
| $1M - $5M | $106,728 | $129,953 | $160,330 | 40 |
| $5M - $25M | $129,143 | $170,665 | $205,322 | 67 |
| $25M - $100M | $183,181 | $217,768 | $273,606 | 39 |
| Over $100M | $170,800 | $332,030 | $484,042 | 10 |
Top Cities for Development Director Positions in Virginia
Cities with the most nonprofit development directors reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in Virginia
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$225k
Director of Development
Alexandria, VA|Revenue: $5.7M|2024
$50k
Development Director
Richmond, VA|Revenue: $1M|2023
$170k
Senior Director of Development
Fairfax, VA|Revenue: $5M|2024
$185k
Director, Business Development
McLean, VA|Revenue: $12.6M|2024
$159k
Director, Business Development
McLean, VA|Revenue: $8.8M|2023
$200k
Director Technology/market Development
Arlington, VA|Revenue: $11.8M|2023