How much does a mortician make in Washington?
$60,440a year
Median yearly pay for morticians in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $29.06 an hour or $5,037 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.06
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among cities
- 36 of 130
- Jobs in the area
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,210Median: $60,440Highest 10%: $95,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,210 | $18.85 | |
| 25th | $43,760 | $21.04 | |
| Median | $60,440 | $29.06 | |
| 75th | $81,180 | $39.03 | |
| 90th | $95,510 | $45.92 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for morticians.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Makeup Artist | $95,730 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $53,310 |
| Costume Attendant | $51,280 |
| Animal Trainer | $50,460 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $49,300 |
| Gambling Service Worker | $48,950 |
| Barber | $48,780 |
| Residential Advisor | $47,010 |
| Skincare Specialist | $46,620 |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $46,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mortician make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $29.06 ($60,440 a year).
Do morticians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $60,440 against $55,010 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Washington rank for mortician pay?
36 of 130 metro areas with data.
How much does a mortician make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,210 or less a year; the top 10% make $95,510 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.