$49,832
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$35k
MEDIAN
$50k
90%
$73k
The average salary for a Funeral Director is $49,832
Base Salary
$35k - $73k
Bonus
$496 - $8k
Profit Sharing
$587 - $10k
Commission
$446 - $15k
Total Pay
$31k - $70k
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What Do Funeral Directors Do?
Funeral Director Tasks
- File burial permits and complete all necessary paperwork related to the death process.
- Organize the transport of the deceased from the place of death to the funeral home and from the funeral home to the cemetery.
- Assist families in making funeral arrangements and advise them on the financial obstacles they face.
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How do Funeral Directors Rate Their Jobs?
Based on 147 responses, the job of Funeral Director has received a job satisfaction rating of 3.76 out of 5. On average, Funeral Directors are highly satisfied with their job.