Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $42,520 -14.6% vs national
Median hourly $20.44
10th percentile $33,900
90th percentile $76,300
Employed locally 50
National median $49,800

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,900
    25th
    $42,000
    50th (median)
    $42,520
    75th
    $71,520
    90th
    $76,300

    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

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    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$39,130
    Residential Advisors$52,750

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Maryland is $20.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.36 or more per hour.

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

    The median Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers salary in Maryland 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers (10th percentile) earn around $33,900 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,000.