Fundraisers Salary in South Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $72,150 +8.5% vs national
Median hourly $34.69
10th percentile $41,530
90th percentile $77,860
Employed locally 70
National median $66,490

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,530
    25th
    $51,270
    50th (median)
    $72,150
    75th
    $72,150
    90th
    $77,860

    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 South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$62,820
    Accountants and Auditors$66,120
    Human Resources Specialists$61,550
    Loan Officers$67,530
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$62,850
    Management Analysts$103,400

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Fundraisers make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Fundraisers in South Illinois is $34.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.00 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Fundraisers salaries?

    The median Fundraisers salary in South Illinois is 8.5% above 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Fundraisers (10th percentile) earn around $41,530 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,270.