Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers Salary in East Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $42,510 -14.6% vs national
Median hourly $20.44
10th percentile $29,410
90th percentile $62,000
Employed locally 50
National median $49,800

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,410
    25th
    $31,900
    50th (median)
    $42,510
    75th
    $50,030
    90th
    $62,000

    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

    Related occupations in East Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$29,800
    Animal Caretakers$27,850
    Childcare Workers$27,920
    Entertainment Attendants and Related Workers, All Other$29,460
    Tour and Travel Guides$32,290
    Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$31,510

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in East Tennessee is $20.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.05 or more per hour.

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

    The median Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers salary in East Tennessee is 14.6% below 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 East Tennessee?

    Entry-level Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers (10th percentile) earn around $29,410 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,900.