How much does a crematory operator make in North Carolina?
$41,350a year
Median yearly pay for crematory operators in North Carolina. That is $19.88 an hour or $3,446 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.88
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 24
- Jobs in the state
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,020Median: $41,350Highest 10%: $49,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,020 | $16.36 | |
| 25th | $35,970 | $17.29 | |
| Median | $41,350 | $19.88 | |
| 75th | $48,300 | $23.22 | |
| 90th | $49,710 | $23.90 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for crematory operators.
| 12. West Virginia | $43,840 |
| 13. Ohio | $43,530 |
| 14. Illinois | $41,740 |
| 15. North Carolina | $41,350 |
| 16. Michigan | $40,970 |
| 17. Indiana | $40,650 |
| 18. Florida | $38,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a crematory operator make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $19.88 ($41,350 a year).
Do crematory operators make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $41,350 against $43,650 nationally, 5% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for crematory operator pay?
North Carolina ranks 15 of 24 states.
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.