Mortition Salary in Sioux City, Iowa

How much does a Mortition make in Sioux City, IA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Mortition in Sioux City, IA is $50,907. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $44,656 to $59,449, with most professionals earning between $38,965 and $67,227.

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What is a Mortition?

A mortician, also known as a funeral director or undertaker, is responsible for managing the details of a deceased person's funeral. This includes meeting with the family to make arrangements, preparing the body for viewing and burial, and coordinating the logistics of the funeral service. They may also handle paperwork and legal requirements related to the death, such as obtaining death certificates and permits. Additionally, morticians may provide grief support and assistance to the family during the funeral process. This role requires compassion, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive and emotional situations with professionalism.

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Common responsibilities of a Mortition

Complete and file all necessary legal and regulatory documents, such as death certificates and permits.

September 13, 2023

Arrange for transportation of the deceased to the funeral home and to the cemetery or crematory.

September 18, 2023

Coordinate with clergy, cemetery staff, and other service providers to ensure a smooth funeral service.

September 25, 2023

Assist with the selection of caskets, urns, and other funeral merchandise.

September 29, 2023

Arrange for obituary notices and other announcements of the death.

October 11, 2023

Oversee the overall operation of the funeral home, including staff management and financial administration.

October 11, 2023

Manage the funeral home's facilities and equipment, ensuring they are clean and well-maintained.

October 22, 2023

Provide grief support and counseling to the family and friends of the deceased.

October 31, 2023

Prepare the deceased for viewing and burial, including embalming and dressing the body.

November 05, 2023

Meet with the family to discuss funeral arrangements and provide support and guidance.

November 09, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Mortition in Sioux City, IA

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

44656

59449

50907

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

45323

61057

51953

What is the average salary for Mortition in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Mortition in Sioux City, IA. The base salary for Mortition ranges from $44,656 to $59,449 with the average base salary of $50,907. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $45,323 to $61,057 with the average total cash compensation of $51,953.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$50,907	$44,656 - $59,449
Bonus	$1,046	$667 - $1,607
Total Pay	$51,953	$45,323 - $61,057

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Mortition Salary Near Sioux City, IA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Sioux City, IA
CITY, STATE Norfolk, NE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $44,209 - $58,854	COMPARE TO Sioux City, IA
CITY, STATE Fremont, NE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,261 - $61,586	COMPARE TO Sioux City, IA
CITY, STATE Sioux Falls, SD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $45,098 - $60,038	COMPARE TO Sioux City, IA
CITY, STATE Omaha, NE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $47,081 - $62,677	COMPARE TO Sioux City, IA
CITY, STATE Council Bluffs, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $47,081 - $62,677	COMPARE TO Sioux City, IA
CITY, STATE Bellevue, NE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $47,081 - $62,677	COMPARE TO Sioux City, IA

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About Sioux City, Iowa

Sioux City (/suː/) is a city in Woodbury and Plymouth counties in the northwestern part of the U.S. state of Iowa. The population was 82,684 in the 2010 census, which makes it the fourth largest city in Iowa. The bulk of the city is in Woodbury County, of which it is the county seat, though a small portion is in Plymouth County. Sioux City is located at the navigational head of the Missouri River. The city is home to several cultural points of interest including the Sioux City Public Museum, Sioux City Art Center and Sergeant Floyd Monument, which is a National Historic Landmark. The city is ...

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