Fundraising Managers vs. General and Operations Managers: Who Earns More?
Fundraising Managers out-earn General and Operations Managers by $20K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Fundraising Managers land at $125,470 and General and Operations Managers at $105,770. The education gap is real: fundraising manager programs typically require bachelor's degree, while general and operations manager programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Fundraising Managers is New York ($169,510); for General and Operations Managers it's New Jersey ($173,690).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Fundraising Managers median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Fundraising Managers or General and Operations Managers?
Fundraising Managers earn more nationally. The median is $125,470 for Fundraising Managers versus $105,770 for General and Operations Managers, a difference of $20K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Fundraising Managers or General and Operations Managers?
General and Operations Managers has the better 10-year outlook at 4.4% projected growth, compared to 4.2% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Fundraising Managers or General and Operations Managers?
Fundraising Managers typically requires bachelor's degree. General and Operations Managers requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Fundraising Managers get paid the most?
New York is the top-paying state for Fundraising Managers at $169,510/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Fundraising Managers vs. General and Operations Managers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In New York, Fundraising Managers earn $169,510 vs. $130,860 for General and Operations Managers. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.