Equity, negotiation, counter-offers, wage gaps, cost-of-living … the list goes on! Considering the breadth of topics and frequently asked questions that fall within the “salaries” category, it seems like it’s always a good time to discuss compensation.
And here at Idealist, we’re not just talking about salaries; we’ve also developed an entire toolkit—think data, resources, and brand new functionality—to help inform all of your salary decisions in the nonprofit sector. So whether you’re wondering about negotiation, counter-offers, closing the wage gap, cost-of-living, or pay equity, it’s our goal to provide you with the data and the power to make the best salary decisions for you.
What is the Nonprofit Salary Explorer?
Idealist’s Nonprofit Salary Explorer is our free compensation tool developed specifically for current and aspiring social-impact professionals.
It’s fueled by 40k+ submissions from real people working at nonprofits across the country who have taken our salary survey. We ask for a few pieces of key information—like job title, salary, years of experience, location, and optional demographics—to understand how these factors influence compensation. That way, social-impact professionals like you can use the tool to find out what you need to know before negotiating salary, switching roles, or relocating to a new city.
If you’ve worked full time (35+ hours/week) at a nonprofit in the United States within the last three years, we want to hear from you! Try it out. →
Once you’ve taken the survey, explore nonprofit salaries submitted by others using our salary calculator tool. You can filter results by specific parameters—job title, location, years of relevant experience—and dig into even more detail when planning a career move. Try it out. →