Mortician Career: Salary, Job Outlook & Career Guide

Data-driven guides on mortician salary, career paths, and job outlook — sourced from BLS, PayScale, Glassdoor, and O*NET. No fluff, just numbers.

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Salary data, career path guides, and state-by-state breakdowns — all sourced from BLS and primary data.

What morticians actually earn — national data, state breakdowns, and what drives the gaps.

Best for anyone benchmarking pay or deciding where to work.

How Much Do Morticians Make?
BLS median is $49,800 — but Glassdoor says $80K. We explain why, with data from 6 sources.
Mortician Salary by State (All 50)
Delaware pays $80,290; Arkansas pays $35,970. Full 50-state rankings with BLS 2024 data.
Why Delaware Pays Morticians the Most
$80,290 median — 61% above the national average. The 5 structural reasons behind the premium.
How Experience Affects Mortician Pay
47% total compensation increase from entry-level to 20+ years. Where the gains actually come from.
Mortician Salary vs Cost of Living
Iowa's $63,770 beats California's $47,170 in real terms. Full 50-state COL-adjusted rankings.

Education, licensing, job outlook, and how the career path actually works.

Best for students and career changers evaluating this field.

How to Become a Mortician
2-year degree + 1–3 year apprenticeship + state license. Full path with O*NET and BLS data.
Mortician Job Outlook 2024–2034
3% growth, ~5,800 annual openings. What the BLS projections mean for job seekers.
Mortician vs Funeral Director
The 54% salary gap between the two roles — and when the distinction actually matters.
How to Negotiate Your Mortician Salary
BLS data shows a $28,670 range within the same occupation. Most morticians never negotiate.
Is Becoming a Mortician Worth It?
Median pay is exactly average for a 2-year degree. The financial case depends on state and track.

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