Fundraising Managers vs. General and Operations Managers: Who Earns More?
Fundraising Managerss out-earn General and Operations Managerss by $20K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Fundraising Managerss land at $125,470 and General and Operations Managerss 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 Managerss is New York ($169,510); for General and Operations Managerss 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 Managerss or General and Operations Managerss?
Fundraising Managerss earn more nationally. The median is $125,470 for Fundraising Managerss versus $105,770 for General and Operations Managerss, a difference of $20K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Fundraising Managers or General and Operations Managers?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
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 Managerss get paid the most?
New York is the top-paying state for Fundraising Managerss 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 Managerss earn $169,510 vs. $130,860 for General and Operations Managerss. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.