Non Profit

Executive Director

Salary data based on 280 job postings

"The median salary for an Executive Director in the Non Profit field is $120,000 per year, with salaries ranging from $70,000 at the 10th percentile to $182,500 at the 90th percentile based on 193 job postings. Key skills required for this role include Strategic Planning, Fundraising, Nonprofit Management, and Financial Management and Budgeting."

Last updated: April 2026

Median

$120,000

10th Percentile

$70,000

90th Percentile

$182,500

Sample Size

193

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Executive Director Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$70,000Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$120,000Typical salary
90th Percentile$182,500Senior / top earners

Based on 193 job postings with salary data

Skills for Executive Director

Strategic planningFundraisingNonprofit managementFinancial management and budgetingStrategic PlanningFinancial managementFundraising and donor relationsBudget managementNonprofit leadershipFinancial Management

Common Employers Hiring Executive Director

  • Granite State Organizing Project3 positions
  • Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA)3 positions
  • United Nations Foundation3 positions
  • American Red Cross2 positions
  • Problem Solvers Caucus2 positions

Top Locations for Executive Director

United StatesWashington, DCWashington, DC, USASan Francisco, CANew York, NY

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Data extracted from 280 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated April 2026