Morticians in Louisville, Kentucky earn an estimated average of $44,688 per year — -20% below the national average of $55,860.
Quick Facts
- Estimated avg salary: $44,688 (-20% vs national $55860)
- National average: $55,860 (PayScale 2026)
- National BLS median: $55,010 (BLS OEWS May 2025)
- Kentucky BLS median: $43,320 | Employment: 470
Source: PayScale Funeral Director Salary By Location, 2026. City estimate = national avg × city multiplier.
How Louisville Compares
Louisville ranks #42 out of 54 cities in our salary comparison. This is -20% below the national average, placing Louisville in the lower tier of mortician compensation.
| Metro | Avg Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville, KY | $44,688 | -20% |
| National Average | $55,860 | — |
| Kentucky (state BLS median) | $43,320 | -21% vs national |
State Context: Kentucky
The BLS reports a $43,320 median salary for morticians in Kentucky, with 470 employed statewide. See the full Kentucky salary guide for percentile breakdowns and demand data.
Education & Schools in Kentucky
Kentucky has ABFSE-accredited mortuary science programs. Check the School Finder filtered by Kentucky to see tuition, debt, and earnings data.
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Is Louisville a Good City for Morticians?
Louisville pays below average for morticians. At $44,688, it is -20% 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.