Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers Salary (2025)
Based on 25,100 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $33,350 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $42,430 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $55,010 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $72,010 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $88,620 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$33K
25th
$42K
Median
$55K
75th
$72K
90th
$89K
Highest Paying States for Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Delaware | $84,160 |
| Rhode Island | $79,510 |
| Illinois | $74,280 |
| New Hampshire | $72,360 |
| Utah | $70,730 |
| Colorado | $70,690 |
| New York | $68,640 |
| Pennsylvania | $66,810 |
| Idaho | $66,720 |
| North Dakota | $66,650 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Delaware at an average of $84,160 per year, while North Dakota has an average of $66,650 — a difference of $17,510. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 25,100 workers were employed as Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Personal Care and Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $58,160 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 39-4031