How to become funeral attendantseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$35,680
25th–75th pct. $30,380–$42,870
Top pay (est.)
$63,000
Top 10% $48,460
Pay in 5 years
$41,500est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$48,400est.
$41,600–$56,100
Outlook score
51/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
29%
Low
Job growth (10 yr)
+2.6%
5,400 openings / yr
How to become funeral attendants
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Short-term on-the-job training
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Funeral Attendants
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Handling and Moving ObjectsAssisting and Caring for OthersPerforming for or Working Directly with the PublicEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesPerforming General Physical ActivitiesMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsCommunicating with People Outside the Organization
Important abilities
Oral ExpressionOral ComprehensionSpeech RecognitionNear VisionSpeech ClarityProblem Sensitivity
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 2 — some preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★☆☆☆☆ Easy to enter (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as funeral attendants
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
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.