Fundraisers Salary in East Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,350 -28.8% vs national
Median hourly $22.77
10th percentile $28,440
90th percentile $83,410
Employed locally 30
National median $66,490

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,440
    25th
    $36,460
    50th (median)
    $47,350
    75th
    $61,560
    90th
    $83,410

    Top-paying metros for Fundraisers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $104,000
    Napa, CA $90,950
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $90,850
    Vallejo, CA $87,090
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $85,230
    Merced, CA $84,570

    Related occupations in East Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$67,800
    Human Resources Specialists$59,100
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$59,920
    Project Management Specialists$82,070
    Training and Development Specialists$50,130
    Loan Officers$62,170

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Fundraisers make per hour in East Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Fundraisers in East Tennessee is $22.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.92 or more per hour.

    Is East Tennessee above or below average for Fundraisers salaries?

    The median Fundraisers salary in East Tennessee is 28.8% below the national median of $66,490. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Fundraisers in East Tennessee?

    Entry-level Fundraisers (10th percentile) earn around $28,440 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,460.