Fundraising Managers Salary in California
Fundraising Managers in California earn a median of $135,870 a year, +8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $135,870
- vs. U.S. median
- +8% ($125,470)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 5,430
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $84,730; the top 10% earn over $257,500. Nationally the range is $75,130 to $222,350.
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Fundraising Managers pay in California
How much do fundraising managers make in California?
The median is $135,870 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $84,730 and the top 10% earn over $257,500. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for fundraising managers?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 48 (+8% vs. the national median of $125,470). Living costs are not included.