Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $59,910 +20.3% vs national
Median hourly $28.80
10th percentile $36,810
90th percentile $97,490
Employed locally 40
National median $49,800

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,810
    25th
    $36,980
    50th (median)
    $59,910
    75th
    $75,140
    90th
    $97,490

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers$28,590
    Recreation Workers$31,810
    Animal Caretakers$28,470
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$26,210
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$30,460
    Funeral Attendants$36,870

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Southern Michigan is $28.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.87 or more per hour.

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

    The median Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers salary in Southern Michigan is 20.3% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers (10th percentile) earn around $36,810 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,980.