Delaware remains the highest-paying state in the BLS May 2025 dataset. Morticians in Delaware earn a median salary of $81,530, which is 48% above the national median of $55,010.
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- Delaware median: $81,530 vs. national median $55,010 — 48% above
- Only 80 morticians employed statewide — a very small, concentrated market
- P25 is $76,520 — even lower-quartile Delaware earners beat the national median
- P90 is $123,700 — top earners exceed six figures
- No ABFSE schools in-state — local employers may face a tighter supply of trained candidates
Delaware Mortician Salary: Full Data
| Metric | Delaware | National |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $59,240 | $33,350 |
| P25 | $76,520 | $42,430 |
| Median (P50) | $81,530 | $55,010 |
| Mean | $84,160 | $58,160 |
| P75 | $93,460 | $72,010 |
| P90 | $123,700 | $88,620 |
| Jobs | 80 | 25,100 |
| LQ | 0.99 | 1.00 |
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025
Delaware’s advantage is the small-market premium: few total workers, few local training programs, and proximity to larger metro labor markets. The pay is attractive, but the market is tiny, so job openings may be limited. Treat Delaware as a high-pay target market, not a guaranteed easy entry point.
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