Morticians in Denver, Colorado earn an estimated average of $44,129 per year — -21% below the national average of $55,860.
Quick Facts
- Estimated avg salary: $44,129 (-21% vs national $55860)
- National average: $55,860 (PayScale 2026)
- National BLS median: $55,010 (BLS OEWS May 2025)
- Colorado BLS median: $60,850 | Employment: 320
Source: PayScale Funeral Director Salary By Location, 2026. City estimate = national avg × city multiplier.
How Denver Compares
Denver ranks #43 out of 54 cities in our salary comparison. This is -21% below the national average, placing Denver in the lower tier of mortician compensation.
| Metro | Avg Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO | $44,129 | -21% |
| National Average | $55,860 | — |
| Colorado (state BLS median) | $60,850 | +11% vs national |
State Context: Colorado
The BLS reports a $60,850 median salary for morticians in Colorado, with 320 employed statewide. See the full Colorado salary guide for percentile breakdowns and demand data.
Education & Schools in Colorado
Colorado has ABFSE-accredited mortuary science programs. Check the School Finder filtered by Colorado to see tuition, debt, and earnings data.
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Is Denver a Good City for Morticians?
Denver pays below average for morticians. At $44,129, it is -21% 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.