Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers Salary in Akron, OH

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Akron, OH

Median annual salary $54,300 +9% vs national
Median hourly $26.10
10th percentile $30,360
90th percentile $92,400
Employed locally 70
National median $49,800

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,360
    25th
    $44,150
    50th (median)
    $54,300
    75th
    $73,490
    90th
    $92,400

    Akron economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,312 2023 • Census ACS
    Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers salary vs area income 76% Median Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers salary is 24% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $80,750
    Delaware $80,290
    South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area $77,500
    North Dakota $76,720
    Minnesota $76,490
    Duluth, MN-WI $74,180

    Nearby metros — Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Springfield, OH $51,040
    Columbus, OH $50,200
    Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN $50,010
    Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH $49,920
    Cleveland, OH $49,370
    Ohio $49,360

    Related occupations in Akron, OH

    OccupationMedian salary
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $30,040
    Recreation Workers $31,030
    Childcare Workers $28,450
    Animal Caretakers $29,390
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $24,220
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $35,710

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers make per hour in Akron?

    The median hourly wage for Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Akron, OH is $26.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.42 or more per hour.

    Is Akron above or below average for Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers salaries?

    The median Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers salary in Akron, OH is 9% above the national median of $49,800. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Akron?

    Entry-level Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers (10th percentile) earn around $30,360 per year in Akron, OH. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,150.