Funeral Attendants Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,360 +2.2% vs national
Median hourly $17.00
10th percentile $35,360
90th percentile $48,270
Employed locally 40
National median $34,610

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,360
    25th
    $35,360
    50th (median)
    $35,360
    75th
    $37,150
    90th
    $48,270

    Top-paying metros for Funeral Attendants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Manchester-Nashua, NH $56,700
    New Hampshire $53,420
    Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ $51,230
    Connecticut nonmetropolitan area $48,190
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $47,320
    Springfield, MA $46,090

    Related occupations in Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$27,510
    Recreation Workers$30,880
    Childcare Workers$26,930
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$29,160
    Animal Caretakers$29,760
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$42,010

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Funeral Attendants make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Funeral Attendants in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $17.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.21 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Funeral Attendants salaries?

    The median Funeral Attendants salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 2.2% above the national median of $34,610. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Funeral Attendants in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Funeral Attendants (10th percentile) earn around $35,360 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,360.