Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers Salary in Southwest New York

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

Median annual salary $59,530 +19.5% vs national
Median hourly $28.62
10th percentile $38,480
90th percentile $87,990
Employed locally 40
National median $49,800

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,480
    25th
    $38,480
    50th (median)
    $59,530
    75th
    $69,990
    90th
    $87,990

    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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    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $32,630
    Recreation Workers $33,680
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $31,400
    Animal Caretakers $32,780
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $32,240
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $31,530

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Southwest New York is $28.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.36 or more per hour.

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

    The median Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers salary in Southwest New York is 19.5% 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 New York?

    Entry-level Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers (10th percentile) earn around $38,480 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,480.