What are the main factors that influence a Funeral Assistant's salary?

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

How does experience change A Funeral Assistant's salary?

A Funeral Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Casino Cage Cashier I (0-1 years)earns $36,923, a Funeral Assistant (1-3 years)earns $41,763, a Casino Cage Supervisor (3+ years)earns $53,152, a Casino Cage Manager (3-5 years)earns $83,701,

What are the highest paying states for a Funeral Assistant?

Funeral Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Funeral Assistant roles are District of Columbia $40,816, California $40,661, Massachusetts $40,119. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Funeral Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Funeral Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Funeral Manager: $79,041; Funeral Planner: $67,678; Funeral Service Assistant: $66,760; Funeral Services Assistant: $65,530; Funeral Arranger: $65,520.

Funeral Assistant Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Funeral Assistant make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Funeral Assistant in District of Columbia is $40,816 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $50,144
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,270 to $45,699
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,132

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Funeral Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,699	$3,808	$879	$22
Average	$40,816	$3,401	$785	$20
25th Percentile	$36,270	$3,023	$698	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Funeral Assistant Salaries

A Funeral Assistant'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 Do Funeral Assistant 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 Funeral Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $40,816.
California: $40,661.
Massachusetts: $40,119.

District of Columbia $40,816 California $40,661 Massachusetts $40,119 Washington $39,971 New Jersey $39,957 Alaska $39,905 Connecticut $39,396 New York $39,190

Hawaii $38,530 Rhode Island $38,220 Maryland $38,010 Minnesota $37,723 Colorado $37,612 Illinois $37,575 Oregon $37,435 Delaware $37,332

New Hampshire $37,267 Virginia $37,122 Pennsylvania $36,698 Nevada $36,484 North Dakota $36,414 Michigan $36,303 Wisconsin $36,263 Vermont $36,182

Texas $35,957 Maine $35,942 Arizona $35,920 Ohio $35,894 Georgia $35,555 Indiana $35,386 Wyoming $35,352 Utah $35,301

Iowa $35,279 Kansas $35,102 Louisiana $35,050 North Carolina $35,032 Missouri $35,024 Florida $34,881 Montana $34,803 Nebraska $34,729

Kentucky $34,689 South Carolina $34,541 Tennessee $34,449 Idaho $34,412 New Mexico $34,143 Oklahoma $34,084 Alabama $33,867 South Dakota $33,502

Arkansas $33,303 West Virginia $33,196 Mississippi $32,875

Top Paying Cities for Funeral Assistants

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:

Parcel Return Service: $40,594
Washington: $40,594
Naval Anacost Annex: $40,593

Parcel Return Service, DC $40,594 Washington, DC $40,594 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $40,593 Washington Navy Yard, DC $40,594

Funeral Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Funeral Assistant'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 May 01, 2026

$36,270

Average $40,816/year

$45,699

$3,023

Average $3,401/month

$3,808

$698

Average $785/week

$879

$17

Average $20/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,699	$3,808	$879	$22
Average	$40,816	$3,401	$785	$20
25th Percentile	$36,270	$3,023	$698	$17

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