How much does a fundraiser make in Washington?
$80,610a year
Median yearly pay for fundraisers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $38.75 an hour or $6,718 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.75
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among cities
- 12 of 275
- Jobs in the area
- 4,450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,120Median: $80,610Highest 10%: $136,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,120 | $27.94 | |
| 25th | $62,490 | $30.04 | |
| Median | $80,610 | $38.75 | |
| 75th | $102,100 | $49.09 | |
| 90th | $136,100 | $65.45 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for fundraisers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial Examiner | $157,600 |
| Project Management Specialist | $127,000 |
| Management Analyst | $126,800 |
| Financial Risk Specialist | $126,500 |
| Budget Analyst | $125,100 |
| Financial Specialist | $120,600 |
| Credit Analyst | $114,700 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $108,300 |
| Personal Financial Advisor | $106,200 |
| Labor Relations Specialist | $105,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fundraiser make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $38.75 ($80,610 a year).
Do fundraisers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $80,610 against $72,550 nationally, 11% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $80,840, so Washington pays 0% more.
Where does Washington rank for fundraiser pay?
12 of 275 metro areas with data.
How much does a fundraiser make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $58,120 or less a year; the top 10% make $136,100 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.