Morticians in Cincinnati, Ohio earn an estimated average of $51,950 per year — -7% below the national average of $55,860.
Quick Facts
- Estimated avg salary: $51,950 (-7% vs national $55860)
- National average: $55,860 (PayScale 2026)
- National BLS median: $55,010 (BLS OEWS May 2025)
- Ohio BLS median: $57,800 | Employment: 1,370
Source: PayScale Funeral Director Salary By Location, 2026. City estimate = national avg × city multiplier.
How Cincinnati Compares
Cincinnati ranks #23 out of 54 cities in our salary comparison. This is -7% below the national average, placing Cincinnati in the lower-middle tier of mortician compensation.
| Metro | Avg Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati, OH | $51,950 | -7% |
| National Average | $55,860 | — |
| Ohio (state BLS median) | $57,800 | +5% vs national |
State Context: Ohio
The BLS reports a $57,800 median salary for morticians in Ohio, with 1,370 employed statewide. See the full Ohio salary guide for percentile breakdowns and demand data.
Education & Schools in Ohio
Ohio has ABFSE-accredited mortuary science programs. Check the School Finder filtered by Ohio to see tuition, debt, and earnings data.
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Salary in Nearby Cities
- Mortician Salary in Cleveland, OH — $59,212
- Mortician Salary in Columbus, OH — $58,094
- Mortician Salary in Dayton, OH — $45,805
Is Cincinnati a Good City for Morticians?
Cincinnati pays below average for morticians. At $51,950, it is -7% below the national average. The lower cost of living may partially offset the below-average salary — use the ROI Calculator to model your net position.
Data: PayScale 2026 (city avg), BLS OEWS May 2025 (national/state). Updated May 2026.