Funeral Attendant

Code: 39-4021.00

Also known as: Crematory Operator, Funeral Assistant, Funeral Attendant, Funeral Greeter, Funeral Home Assistant, Funeral Home Associate, Funeral Home Attendant

Description: Funeral Attendants assist with a variety of tasks related to a funeral service. This may include placing caskets prior to a service, setting up floral arrangements around the casket and directing mourners. Most Funeral Attendants have earned at least a high-school diploma or its equivalent.

Funeral Attendant

Typical wages


10% $20,160
25% $23,770
Median $29,150
75% $36,690
90% $46,160
10% $9.69
25% $11.43
Median $14.01
75% $17.64
90% $22.19

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
34,300
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
33,300
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 5,000