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Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$69,600
Median Annual Salary
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+14.7% vs 2024
$74,280
Mean Salary
$69,600
Median Salary
$33.46
Hourly Rate
1,320 people work as Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Illinois
Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Illinois earn a median salary of $69,600 per year ($5,800/month).
This is 27.7% above the national average of $54,494.
Illinois ranks #3 out of 48 states for Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers pay.
Approximately 1,320 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries increased by 14.7% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers
Perform various tasks to arrange and direct individual funeral services, such as coordinating transportation of body to mortuary, interviewing family or other authorized person to arrange details, selecting pallbearers, aiding with the selection of officials for religious rites, and providing transportation for mourners.
Top Skills
Social Perceptiveness
4.12
Active Listening
4.0
Speaking
3.88
Coordination
3.88
Service Orientation
3.88
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.95
Administration and Management
4.03
Administrative
3.96
Psychology
3.72
Sales and Marketing
3.66
Typical Education: Associate's Degree
(72.6% of workers)
Salary Range: Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Illinois
Salaries for Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Illinois range from $42,740 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $104,570 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $48,340 and $100,410.
How much do Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers make in Illinois?
The median annual salary for Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Illinois is $69,600 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $74,280.
What is the salary range for a Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Illinois?
Salaries for Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Illinois range from $42,740 at the 10th percentile to $104,570 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $48,340 and $100,410.
What is the starting salary for a Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Illinois?
Entry-level Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers positions in Illinois typically start around $42,740 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $48,340 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,320 people are employed as Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Illinois is approximately $33.46 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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