Crematory Operators Salary in the United States
Median annual wage: $43,650 · Median hourly: $20.98 · Employment: 2,970
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,270 | $16.00 |
| 25th | $37,020 | $17.80 |
| Median | $43,650 | $20.98 |
| 75th | $50,380 | $24.22 |
| 90th | $62,460 | $30.03 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 39-4012
- Total U.S. employment: 2,970
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
How to interpret these figures
With approximately 2,970 crematory operators employed, this is a modest occupation in the labor market.
The mean wage of $45,670 sits 4.6% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
Crematory Operators Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $33,840 | $16.27 | -22.5% | 40 |
| Arizona | $49,970 | $24.02 | +14.5% | 40 |
| California | $49,780 | $23.93 | +14.0% | 240 |
| Colorado | $52,060 | $25.03 | +19.3% | 70 |
| Connecticut | $47,160 | $22.68 | +8.0% | 100 |
| Delaware | $50,320 | $24.19 | +15.3% | 30 |
| Florida | $38,710 | $18.61 | -11.3% | 320 |
| Illinois | $41,740 | $20.07 | -4.4% | 190 |
| Indiana | $40,650 | $19.54 | -6.9% | 190 |
| Iowa | $35,120 | $16.89 | -19.5% | 0 |
| Kansas | $46,490 | $22.35 | +6.5% | 50 |
| Kentucky | $37,740 | $18.15 | -13.5% | 50 |
| Massachusetts | $56,050 | $26.95 | +28.4% | 30 |
| Michigan | $40,970 | $19.70 | -6.1% | 130 |
| Nevada | $46,190 | $22.21 | +5.8% | 80 |
| North Carolina | $41,350 | $19.88 | -5.3% | 150 |
| Ohio | $43,530 | $20.93 | -0.3% | 60 |
| Oregon | $37,020 | $17.80 | -15.2% | 100 |
| Pennsylvania | $47,980 | $23.07 | +9.9% | 140 |
| Tennessee | $35,880 | $17.25 | -17.8% | 0 |
| Texas | $33,270 | $16.00 | -23.8% | 270 |
| Washington | $53,580 | $25.76 | +22.7% | 70 |
| West Virginia | $43,840 | $21.08 | +0.4% | 30 |
| Wisconsin | $64,220 | $30.88 | +47.1% | 0 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
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- Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive — $47,540/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for crematory operators?
The median annual wage for crematory operators is $43,650 ($20.98 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2024.
Which state pays crematory operators the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many crematory operators are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 2,970 crematory operators employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do crematory operators make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $20.98. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.