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Filing year 2023

THE BAKKEN

Minneapolis, Minnesota·EIN 51-0175508·NTEE A570 · Arts, Culture & Humanities·501(c)(3)
Total revenue
$1.6M
Total assets
$16.8M
Total expenses
$3.1M
Reported officers
23
Mission

THE BAKKEN MUSEUM INSPIRES A PASSION FOR INNOVATION BY EXPLORING THE POTENTIAL FOR SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND THE HUMANITIES TO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE.

Executive compensation

Form 990 · Part VII & Schedule J · 2 reported individuals · Filing year 2023

Percentile bands compare each position's total pay with the same role at Arts, Culture & Humanities organizations in Minnesota.

President & CEO
75th to 90th percentile
$146k
Executive VP
10th to 25th percentilevs Arts, Culture & Humanities peers nationwide
$109k

Plus 21 unpaid individuals.

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Pay in context

Top pay as a share of expenses

In 2023, the highest total compensation at THE BAKKEN equaled 5% of the organization's total expenses. The median for arts, culture & humanities organizations is 11%.

This organization (2023)
5%
Sector median
11%
Middle half of sector
5% to 20%

Based on 17,098 arts, culture & humanities organizations, each measured at its most recent filing year with reported expenses and compensation.

Funded by

Private foundations whose Form 990-PF Part XV grants matched this organization.

Among peers

Revenue and top compensation, plotted against similar organizations. This organization is highlighted in cyan.

FAQ

Common questions about THE BAKKEN

What does the Chief Executive Officer of THE BAKKEN earn?

In 2023, the Chief Executive Officer of THE BAKKEN received $146,406 in total compensation. This pay is in the top quarter for Chief Executive Officer roles among Arts, Culture & Humanities organizations in Minnesota, though not the top 10% of comparable filings. Based on IRS Form 990 data.

How does Chief Executive Officer pay at THE BAKKEN compare with similar nonprofits?

Compared with the same role at Arts, Culture & Humanities organizations in Minnesota, the 2023 pay of the Chief Executive Officer at THE BAKKEN falls between the 75th and 90th percentiles. In 2023, the highest total compensation at THE BAKKEN equaled 5% of the organization's total expenses. The median for arts, culture & humanities organizations is 11%.

What are THE BAKKEN's revenue and expenses?

In 2023, THE BAKKEN reported $1.6M in total revenue and $3.1M in total expenses on its IRS Form 990.

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