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

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Funeral Service Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Funeral Service Assistant's salary?

A Funeral Service Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Medical Records Coding Technician I (0-1 years)earns $42,195, a Medical Records Coding Technician II (1-3 years)earns $51,820, a Funeral Service Assistant (3-5 years)earns $68,208, a Medical Records Coding Manager (5+ years)earns $83,208,

What are the highest paying states for a Funeral Service Assistant?

Funeral Service Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Funeral Service Assistant roles are District of Columbia $73,944, California $73,664, Massachusetts $72,682. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Funeral Service Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Funeral Service Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Funeral Service Director: $154,807; Funeral Manager: $79,059; Funeral Planner: $67,724; Funeral Services Assistant: $65,554; Funeral Arranger: $65,513.

Funeral Service Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Funeral Service Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Funeral Service Assistant in Delaware is $67,633 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,846
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,356 to $75,073
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,819

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Funeral Service Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,073	$6,256	$1,444	$36
Average	$67,633	$5,636	$1,301	$33
25th Percentile	$59,356	$4,946	$1,141	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Funeral Service Assistant Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $73,944.
California: $73,664.
Massachusetts: $72,682.

District of Columbia $73,944 California $73,664 Massachusetts $72,682 Washington $72,415 New Jersey $72,388 Alaska $72,295 Connecticut $71,373 New York $70,999

Hawaii $69,804 Rhode Island $69,243 Maryland $68,862 Minnesota $68,341 Colorado $68,141 Illinois $68,074 Oregon $67,820 Delaware $67,633

New Hampshire $67,516 Virginia $67,253 Pennsylvania $66,485 Nevada $66,097 North Dakota $65,970 Michigan $65,770 Wisconsin $65,697 Vermont $65,550

Texas $65,142 Maine $65,115 Arizona $65,075 Ohio $65,029 Georgia $64,414 Indiana $64,107 Wyoming $64,047 Utah $63,953

Iowa $63,913 Kansas $63,593 Louisiana $63,499 North Carolina $63,466 Missouri $63,453 Florida $63,192 Montana $63,052 Nebraska $62,918

Kentucky $62,845 South Carolina $62,578 Tennessee $62,411 Idaho $62,344 New Mexico $61,856 Oklahoma $61,750 Alabama $61,355 South Dakota $60,694

Arkansas $60,334 West Virginia $60,140 Mississippi $59,559

Top Paying Cities for Funeral Service 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:

Lincoln: $67,329
Little Creek: $67,822
Magnolia: $67,724

Lincoln, DE $67,329 Little Creek, DE $67,822 Magnolia, DE $67,724 Milford, DE $67,500 Marydel, DE $67,611 Millsboro, DE $67,046 Millville, DE $67,150 Milton, DE $67,266

Nassau, DE $67,315 Ocean View, DE $67,138 Rehoboth Beach, DE $67,267 Seaford, DE $67,305 Selbyville, DE $67,027 Smyrna, DE $67,868 Viola, DE $67,556 Woodside, DE $67,737

Bear, DE $67,581 Newark, DE $67,556 Claymont, DE $67,694 Delaware City, DE $67,623 Hockessin, DE $67,550 Kirkwood, DE $67,611 Middletown, DE $67,637 Montchanin, DE $67,565

New Castle, DE $67,575 Odessa, DE $67,670 Port Penn, DE $67,715 Rockland, DE $67,572 Saint Georges, DE $67,615 Townsend, DE $67,719 Winterthur, DE $67,580 Lewes, DE $67,292

Wilmington, DE $67,553 Dover, DE $67,822 Dover Afb, DE $67,464 Bethany Beach, DE $67,068 Bethel, DE $67,137 Bridgeville, DE $67,295 Camden Wyoming, DE $67,631 Cheswold, DE $67,800

Clayton, DE $67,802 Dagsboro, DE $67,021 Delmar, DE $66,913 Ellendale, DE $67,116 Felton, DE $67,494 Fenwick Island, DE $67,036 Frankford, DE $66,919 Frederica, DE $67,561

Georgetown, DE $66,995 Greenwood, DE $67,306 Harbeson, DE $67,067 Harrington, DE $67,409 Hartly, DE $67,619 Houston, DE $67,313 Kenton, DE $67,805 Laurel, DE $66,955

Yorklyn, DE $67,570

Funeral Service Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Funeral Service Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Funeral Service Assistant positions in Insurance or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Funeral Service Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Funeral Service Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$101,450	$49.0	50%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$74,397	$36.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Funeral Service 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 July 01, 2026

$59,356

Average $67,633/year

$75,073

$4,946

Average $5,636/month

$6,256

$1,141

Average $1,301/week

$1,444

$29

Average $33/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,073	$6,256	$1,444	$36
Average	$67,633	$5,636	$1,301	$33
25th Percentile	$59,356	$4,946	$1,141	$29

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