How much does a mortician make in Albany?
$61,940a year
Median yearly pay for morticians in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area. That is $29.78 an hour or $5,162 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.78
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 27 of 130
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,920Median: $61,940Highest 10%: $91,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,920 | $23.52 | |
| 25th | $56,340 | $27.09 | |
| Median | $61,940 | $29.78 | |
| 75th | $72,180 | $34.70 | |
| 90th | $91,420 | $43.95 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for morticians.
| New York, NY | $72,860 |
| Buffalo, NY | $60,130 |
| Rochester, NY | $59,950 |
Related jobs in Albany
Same field, median yearly pay.
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $51,160 |
| Residential Advisor | $48,890 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $47,980 |
| Animal Trainer | $44,950 |
| Concierge | $42,310 |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $40,830 |
| Baggage Porter and Bellhop | $38,480 |
| Skincare Specialist | $38,370 |
| Tour and Travel Guide | $37,650 |
| Childcare Worker | $36,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mortician make an hour in Albany?
The median hourly pay in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area is $29.78 ($61,940 a year).
Do morticians make more in Albany than the national average?
Yes: $61,940 against $55,010 nationally, 13% more.
How does Albany compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $63,090, so Albany pays 2% less.
Where does Albany rank for mortician pay?
27 of 130 metro areas with data.
How much does a mortician make starting out in Albany?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,920 or less a year; the top 10% make $91,420 or more.
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.