Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers Salary in Southwest Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $29,690 -40.4% vs national
Median hourly $14.27
10th percentile $18,910
90th percentile $57,570
Employed locally 30
National median $49,800

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $18,910
    25th
    $18,910
    50th (median)
    $29,690
    75th
    $45,850
    90th
    $57,570

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers$20,810
    Recreation Workers$20,370
    Animal Caretakers$25,410
    Gambling Service Workers, All Other$26,960
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers$35,340
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$26,450

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Southwest Louisiana is $14.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.68 or more per hour.

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

    The median Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers salary in Southwest Louisiana is 40.4% 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 Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers (10th percentile) earn around $18,910 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $18,910.