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Chief Development Director

Average Chief Development Director Salary

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$71,951
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$45k
MEDIAN
$72k
90%
$123k

The average salary for a Chief Development Director is $71,951 in 2025

Base Salary
$45k - $123k
Bonus
$514 - $28k
Profit Sharing
$679 - $52k
Commission
$5k - $20k
Total Pay
$44k - $124k
Based on 2,453 salary profiles (last updated Aug 03 2022)
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Common Health Benefits for a Chief Development Director

Medical
79%
Dental
66%
Vision
57%
None
20%

Gender Breakdown for Chief Development Directors

Female
78.9%
Male
20.2%
Prefer to self-define
0.9%
This data is based on 1,518 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Chief Development Directors

What is the highest pay for Chief Development Directors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Chief Development Director is $123k / year

What is the lowest pay for Chief Development Directors?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Chief Development Director is $45k / year

How can Chief Development Directors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Chief Development Director is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Chief Development Director that oversees more junior Chief Development Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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