How much does a mortician make in Charlotte?
$58,070a year
Median yearly pay for morticians in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area. That is $27.92 an hour or $4,839 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.92
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among cities
- 54 of 130
- Jobs in the area
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,120Median: $58,070Highest 10%: $84,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,120 | $16.40 | |
| 25th | $45,500 | $21.88 | |
| Median | $58,070 | $27.92 | |
| 75th | $70,760 | $34.02 | |
| 90th | $84,200 | $40.48 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for morticians.
| Asheville, NC | $62,380 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $61,030 |
| Greensboro, NC | $60,780 |
Related jobs in Charlotte
Same field, median yearly pay.
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $51,080 |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $48,540 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $45,420 |
| Residential Advisor | $39,520 |
| Skincare Specialist | $39,120 |
| Hairdresser | $38,530 |
| Personal Care and Service Worker | $37,500 |
| Animal Trainer | $35,680 |
| Concierge | $35,200 |
| Funeral Attendant | $35,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mortician make an hour in Charlotte?
The median hourly pay in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area is $27.92 ($58,070 a year).
Do morticians make more in Charlotte than the national average?
Yes: $58,070 against $55,010 nationally, 6% more.
How does Charlotte compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $60,730, so Charlotte pays 4% less.
Where does Charlotte rank for mortician pay?
54 of 130 metro areas with data.
How much does a mortician make starting out in Charlotte?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,120 or less a year; the top 10% make $84,200 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.