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Funeral director

Coordinate funeral services with attention to detail, ensuring adherence to legal standards and delivering compassionate support to grieving families.

35 000 – 90 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Associate degree or equivalent
Education level
00
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
2-4 years
Market tension
Moderate
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
2-4 years
Market tension
Moderate
Intl. mobility
Rare

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
35 000 – 45 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
46 000 – 65 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
66 000 – 90 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Entry is typically through accredited mortuary science programs or apprenticeships under licensed professionals; prior experience in healthcare or customer service can be beneficial.

Training — United States

Funeral directors generally complete a 2-year associate degree in mortuary science followed by state licensing requirements including exams and apprenticeship.

The job market — United States

The funeral service industry remains stable with consistent demand; funeral directors work in funeral homes, crematories, and related sectors providing essential end-of-life services.

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