Morticians in Milwaukee, Wisconsin earn an estimated average of $48,598 per year — -13% below the national average of $55,860.
Quick Facts
- Estimated avg salary: $48,598 (-13% vs national $55860)
- National average: $55,860 (PayScale 2026)
- National BLS median: $55,010 (BLS OEWS May 2025)
- Wisconsin BLS median: $58,250 | Employment: 580
Source: PayScale Funeral Director Salary By Location, 2026. City estimate = national avg × city multiplier.
How Milwaukee Compares
Milwaukee ranks #30 out of 54 cities in our salary comparison. This is -13% below the national average, placing Milwaukee in the lower-middle tier of mortician compensation.
| Metro | Avg Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | $48,598 | -13% |
| National Average | $55,860 | — |
| Wisconsin (state BLS median) | $58,250 | +6% vs national |
State Context: Wisconsin
The BLS reports a $58,250 median salary for morticians in Wisconsin, with 580 employed statewide. See the full Wisconsin salary guide for percentile breakdowns and demand data.
Education & Schools in Wisconsin
Wisconsin has ABFSE-accredited mortuary science programs. Check the School Finder filtered by Wisconsin to see tuition, debt, and earnings data.
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Is Milwaukee a Good City for Morticians?
Milwaukee pays below average for morticians. At $48,598, it is -13% 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.