Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers Salary in Southwest Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,860 +26.2% vs national
Median hourly $30.22
10th percentile $49,790
90th percentile $94,440
Employed locally 40
National median $49,800

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,790
    25th
    $59,940
    50th (median)
    $62,860
    75th
    $79,930
    90th
    $94,440

    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 Southwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $25,110
    Recreation Workers $36,230
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $22,840
    Animal Caretakers $25,730
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $36,350
    Funeral Attendants $41,600

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Southwest Iowa is $30.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.86 or more per hour.

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

    The median Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers salary in Southwest Iowa is 26.2% 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 Southwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers (10th percentile) earn around $49,790 per year in Southwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,940.