Morticians in Omaha, Nebraska earn an estimated average of $57,536 per year — +3% above the national average of $55,860.
Quick Facts
- Estimated avg salary: $57,536 (+3% vs national $55860)
- National average: $55,860 (PayScale 2026)
- National BLS median: $55,010 (BLS OEWS May 2025)
- Nebraska BLS median: $64,310 | Employment: 210
Source: PayScale Funeral Director Salary By Location, 2026. City estimate = national avg × city multiplier.
How Omaha Compares
Omaha ranks #16 out of 54 cities in our salary comparison. This is +3% above the national average, placing Omaha in the upper-middle tier of mortician compensation.
| Metro | Avg Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha, NE | $57,536 | +3% |
| National Average | $55,860 | — |
| Nebraska (state BLS median) | $64,310 | +17% vs national |
State Context: Nebraska
The BLS reports a $64,310 median salary for morticians in Nebraska, with 210 employed statewide. See the full Nebraska salary guide for percentile breakdowns and demand data.
Education & Schools in Nebraska
Nebraska has ABFSE-accredited mortuary science programs. Check the School Finder filtered by Nebraska to see tuition, debt, and earnings data.
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Salary in Nearby Cities
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Is Omaha a Good City for Morticians?
Omaha pays above average for morticians. At $57,536, it is +3% above the national average. Salaries here are close to the national average.
Data: PayScale 2026 (city avg), BLS OEWS May 2025 (national/state). Updated May 2026.