How much does a crematory operator make in Kentucky?
$37,740a year
Median yearly pay for crematory operators in Kentucky. That is $18.14 an hour or $3,145 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.14
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 24
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,150Median: $37,740Highest 10%: $50,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,150 | $15.46 | |
| 25th | $34,200 | $16.44 | |
| Median | $37,740 | $18.14 | |
| 75th | $41,170 | $19.79 | |
| 90th | $50,990 | $24.51 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Louisville, KY | $37,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for crematory operators.
| 16. Michigan | $40,970 |
| 17. Indiana | $40,650 |
| 18. Florida | $38,710 |
| 19. Kentucky | $37,740 |
| 20. Oregon | $37,020 |
| 21. Tennessee | $35,880 |
| 22. Iowa | $35,120 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a crematory operator make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $18.14 ($37,740 a year).
Do crematory operators make more in Kentucky than the national average?
No: $37,740 against $43,650 nationally, 14% less.
Where does Kentucky rank for crematory operator pay?
Kentucky ranks 19 of 24 states.
Which city in Kentucky pays crematory operators the most?
Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN, with a median of $37,750 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.