Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers Salary in Southeast Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,450 -12.8% vs national
Median hourly $20.89
10th percentile $28,430
90th percentile $61,630
Employed locally 70
National median $49,800

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,430
    25th
    $33,600
    50th (median)
    $43,450
    75th
    $50,590
    90th
    $61,630

    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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    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$26,800
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$35,590
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$29,260

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Southeast Missouri is $20.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.70 or more per hour.

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

    The median Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers salary in Southeast Missouri is 12.8% 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 Southeast Missouri?

    Entry-level Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers (10th percentile) earn around $28,430 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,600.