What are the main factors that influence an Apprentice Funeral Director's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Apprentice Funeral Director?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Apprentice Funeral Director roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Apprentice Funeral Director's salary?

An Apprentice Funeral Director's salary grows with experience: starting around $36,933 for beginners, reaching about $38,822 at mid-level, and approach $39,045 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Apprentice Funeral Director?

Apprentice Funeral Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Apprentice Funeral Director roles are District of Columbia $40,228, California $40,076, Massachusetts $39,542. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Apprentice Funeral Director roles make?

Salaries for Apprentice Funeral Director level roles vary by specialization: Funeral Service Director: $154,807; Funeral Manager: $79,059; Funeral Arranger: $65,513; Funeral Director: $60,574; Licensed Funeral Director: $49,166.

Apprentice Funeral Director Salary in Delaware

How much does an Apprentice Funeral Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Apprentice Funeral Director in Delaware is $36,795 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, an Apprentice Funeral Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $42,287
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,490 to $39,669
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,482

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Apprentice Funeral Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$39,669	$3,306	$763	$19
Average	$36,795	$3,066	$708	$18
25th Percentile	$33,490	$2,791	$644	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Apprentice Funeral Director Salaries

An Apprentice Funeral Director's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Apprentice Funeral Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Apprentice Funeral Director's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $36,933
Early Career (1-2 years): $37,573
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $38,822
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $38,956
Expert (over 8 years): $39,045

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Apprentice Funeral Director	$36,933
Intermediate Level Apprentice Funeral Director	$37,573
Senior Level Apprentice Funeral Director	$38,822
Specialist Level Apprentice Funeral Director	$38,956
Expert Level Apprentice Funeral Director	$39,045

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How Do Apprentice Funeral Director Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Apprentice Funeral Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $40,228.
California: $40,076.
Massachusetts: $39,542.

District of Columbia $40,228 California $40,076 Massachusetts $39,542 Washington $39,396 New Jersey $39,382 Alaska $39,331 Connecticut $38,830 New York $38,626

Hawaii $37,976 Rhode Island $37,670 Maryland $37,463 Minnesota $37,180 Colorado $37,071 Illinois $37,035 Oregon $36,897 Delaware $36,795

New Hampshire $36,731 Virginia $36,588 Pennsylvania $36,170 Nevada $35,959 North Dakota $35,890 Michigan $35,781 Wisconsin $35,741 Vermont $35,661

Texas $35,440 Maine $35,425 Arizona $35,403 Ohio $35,378 Georgia $35,044 Indiana $34,876 Wyoming $34,844 Utah $34,793

Iowa $34,771 Kansas $34,597 Louisiana $34,546 North Carolina $34,528 Missouri $34,520 Florida $34,379 Montana $34,302 Nebraska $34,230

Kentucky $34,190 South Carolina $34,044 Tennessee $33,954 Idaho $33,917 New Mexico $33,652 Oklahoma $33,594 Alabama $33,379 South Dakota $33,020

Arkansas $32,824 West Virginia $32,718 Mississippi $32,402

Top Paying Cities for Apprentice Funeral Directors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $36,629
Little Creek: $36,897
Magnolia: $36,844

Lincoln, DE $36,629 Little Creek, DE $36,897 Magnolia, DE $36,844 Milford, DE $36,722 Marydel, DE $36,782 Millsboro, DE $36,475 Millville, DE $36,532 Milton, DE $36,595

Nassau, DE $36,622 Ocean View, DE $36,526 Rehoboth Beach, DE $36,596 Seaford, DE $36,616 Selbyville, DE $36,465 Smyrna, DE $36,923 Viola, DE $36,753 Woodside, DE $36,852

Bear, DE $36,766 Newark, DE $36,753 Claymont, DE $36,828 Delaware City, DE $36,789 Hockessin, DE $36,749 Kirkwood, DE $36,782 Middletown, DE $36,797 Montchanin, DE $36,758

New Castle, DE $36,763 Odessa, DE $36,815 Port Penn, DE $36,840 Rockland, DE $36,761 Saint Georges, DE $36,785 Townsend, DE $36,842 Winterthur, DE $36,766 Lewes, DE $36,609

Wilmington, DE $36,751 Dover, DE $36,897 Dover Afb, DE $36,703 Bethany Beach, DE $36,487 Bethel, DE $36,525 Bridgeville, DE $36,611 Camden Wyoming, DE $36,793 Cheswold, DE $36,885

Clayton, DE $36,886 Dagsboro, DE $36,462 Delmar, DE $36,403 Ellendale, DE $36,514 Felton, DE $36,719 Fenwick Island, DE $36,470 Frankford, DE $36,406 Frederica, DE $36,756

Georgetown, DE $36,448 Greenwood, DE $36,617 Harbeson, DE $36,487 Harrington, DE $36,673 Hartly, DE $36,787 Houston, DE $36,620 Kenton, DE $36,888 Laurel, DE $36,426

Yorklyn, DE $36,760

Apprentice Funeral Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Apprentice Funeral Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Business Services and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Apprentice Funeral Director positions in MFG Nondurable or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Apprentice Funeral Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Apprentice Funeral Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Business Services	$44,154	$21.0	20%
MFG Durable	$40,474	$19.0	10%

Apprentice Funeral Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Apprentice Funeral Director's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$33,490

Average $36,795/year

$39,669

$2,791

Average $3,066/month

$3,306

$644

Average $708/week

$763

$16

Average $18/hour

$19

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$39,669	$3,306	$763	$19
Average	$36,795	$3,066	$708	$18
25th Percentile	$33,490	$2,791	$644	$16

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