How much does a Nonprofit Director make in Santa Cruz, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Nonprofit Director in Santa Cruz, CA is $107,549. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $84,672 to $132,102, with most professionals earning between $63,844 and $154,457.

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What is a Nonprofit Director?

The Nonprofit Director is responsible for overseeing the overall operations and strategic direction of a nonprofit organization. This includes managing staff, developing and implementing programs, fundraising, and ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. The Director also plays a key role in building relationships with donors, community partners, and other stakeholders to support the organization's mission and goals. Additionally, the Director is responsible for financial management, budgeting, and reporting to the board of directors. Overall, the Nonprofit Director is a leader who is dedicated to advancing the organization's mission and making a positive impact in the community.

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Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Nonprofit Director in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Nonprofit Director in Santa Cruz, CA. The base salary for Nonprofit Director ranges from $84,672 to $132,102 with the average base salary of $107,549. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $84,672 to $132,102 with the average total cash compensation of $107,549.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $107,549 $84,672 - $132,102
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $107,549 $84,672 - $132,102
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Santa Cruz, CA
CITY, STATE San Jose, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $95,585 - $149,128 COMPARE TO Santa Cruz, CA
CITY, STATE Santa Clara, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $95,585 - $149,128 COMPARE TO Santa Cruz, CA
CITY, STATE Fremont, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $95,403 - $148,844 COMPARE TO Santa Cruz, CA
CITY, STATE Salinas, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,960 - $130,991 COMPARE TO Santa Cruz, CA
CITY, STATE Monterey, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $84,142 - $131,274 COMPARE TO Santa Cruz, CA
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,394 - $144,150 COMPARE TO Santa Cruz, CA
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Nonprofit Marketing Director LOCATION Santa Cruz, CA MINIMUM SALARY $144,816 MAXIMUM SALARY $181,966
JOB TITLE Nonprofit Program Director LOCATION Santa Cruz, CA MINIMUM SALARY $74,134 MAXIMUM SALARY $103,128
JOB TITLE Nonprofit Associate Director LOCATION Santa Cruz, CA MINIMUM SALARY $57,467 MAXIMUM SALARY $86,249
JOB TITLE Nonprofit Executive Director LOCATION Santa Cruz, CA MINIMUM SALARY $109,976 MAXIMUM SALARY $146,337
JOB TITLE Nonprofit Finance Director LOCATION Santa Cruz, CA MINIMUM SALARY $125,385 MAXIMUM SALARY $185,873
JOB TITLE Assistant Director Nonprofit LOCATION Santa Cruz, CA MINIMUM SALARY $60,517 MAXIMUM SALARY $72,194
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