Will AI replace crematory operators?AI replacement risk —% and how the work is changing
Median annual pay
$43,650
25th–75th pct. $37,020–$50,380
Top pay (est.)
$81,200
Top 10% $62,460
Pay in 5 years
$50,500est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$58,400est.
$50,200–$67,800
Outlook score
49/100
★★☆☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
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Job growth (10 yr)
+3.1%
500 openings / yr
Will AI replace Crematory Operators? AI replacement risk
Not computed yet.
How AI is changing this job
A written analysis for this occupation is being prepared.
AI replacement risk compares the parts of a job that are easy to hand to AI or software (processing information, documentation, repetitive computer work) with the parts that are hard to automate (physical work, working closely with people, judgment in unpredictable settings), using O*NET work activities, work context, skills and knowledge. The result is a relative position among all occupations in the country, scaled to 0–100%. Methodology →
Skills, education and requirements for Crematory Operators
Job Zone 2 — some preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★☆☆☆ Fairly easy (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.