Across 2,025 Connecticut nonprofits, the median total compensation for executive directors is $99,790. 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
Executive Director Compensation by Organization Size in Connecticut
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under $1M | $19,030 | $52,308 | $92,261 | 921 |
| $1M - $5M | $79,257 | $122,172 | $170,383 | 574 |
| $5M - $25M | $140,470 | $201,944 | $269,701 | 364 |
| $25M - $100M | $197,136 | $311,750 | $482,436 | 111 |
| Over $100M | $213,126 | $594,483 | $976,959 | 55 |
Top Cities for Executive Director Positions in Connecticut
Cities with the most nonprofit executive directors reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in Connecticut
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$78k
Executive Director (until 4/24)
Norwich, CT|Revenue: $332k|2023
$29k
Executive Director
Norwich, CT|Revenue: $332k|2023
$19k
Executive Director
Norwich, CT|Revenue: $255k|2022
$56k
Executive Director (until 4/14/23)
Norwich, CT|Revenue: $255k|2022
$165k
President/executive Direct
Newtown, CT|Revenue: $3.7M|2023
$153k
President/executive Director
Newtown, CT|Revenue: $2.9M|2022