Funeral Attendants Salary (2025)
Based on 31,090 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $28,070 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $30,380 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $35,680 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $42,870 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $48,460 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$28K
25th
$30K
Median
$36K
75th
$43K
90th
$48K
Highest Paying States for Funeral Attendants
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New Hampshire | $61,300 |
| Rhode Island | $48,920 |
| Delaware | $47,170 |
| Massachusetts | $46,990 |
| Connecticut | $46,980 |
| Nevada | $46,580 |
| New Jersey | $45,580 |
| Colorado | $44,620 |
| New York | $43,300 |
| Minnesota | $42,860 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Funeral Attendants salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New Hampshire at an average of $61,300 per year, while Minnesota has an average of $42,860 — a difference of $18,440. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Funeral Attendants
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 31,090 workers were employed as Funeral Attendantss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Personal Care and Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $37,190 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 39-4021