Morticians in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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)
- Pennsylvania BLS median: $63,580 | Employment: 910
Source: PayScale Funeral Director Salary By Location, 2026. City estimate = national avg × city multiplier.
How Philadelphia Compares
Philadelphia ranks #14 out of 54 cities in our salary comparison. This is +3% above the national average, placing Philadelphia in the upper-middle tier of mortician compensation.
| Metro | Avg Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | $57,536 | +3% |
| National Average | $55,860 | — |
| Pennsylvania (state BLS median) | $63,580 | +16% vs national |
State Context: Pennsylvania
The BLS reports a $63,580 median salary for morticians in Pennsylvania, with 910 employed statewide. See the full Pennsylvania salary guide for percentile breakdowns and demand data.
Education & Schools in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has ABFSE-accredited mortuary science programs. Check the School Finder filtered by Pennsylvania to see tuition, debt, and earnings data.
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Salary in Nearby Cities
- Mortician Salary in Pittsburgh, PA — $64,798
- Mortician Salary in Media, PA — $62,563
- Mortician Salary in York, PA — $59,770
- Mortician Salary in Lancaster, PA — $54,743
Is Philadelphia a Good City for Morticians?
Philadelphia 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.