Morticians in Tacoma, Washington earn an estimated average of $40,778 per year — -27% below the national average of $55,860.
Quick Facts
- Estimated avg salary: $40,778 (-27% vs national $55860)
- National average: $55,860 (PayScale 2026)
- National BLS median: $55,010 (BLS OEWS May 2025)
- Washington BLS median: $59,700 | Employment: 400
Source: PayScale Funeral Director Salary By Location, 2026. City estimate = national avg × city multiplier.
How Tacoma Compares
Tacoma ranks #49 out of 54 cities in our salary comparison. This is -27% below the national average, placing Tacoma in the lower tier of mortician compensation.
| Metro | Avg Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| Tacoma, WA | $40,778 | -27% |
| National Average | $55,860 | — |
| Washington (state BLS median) | $59,700 | +9% vs national |
State Context: Washington
The BLS reports a $59,700 median salary for morticians in Washington, with 400 employed statewide. See the full Washington salary guide for percentile breakdowns and demand data.
Education & Schools in Washington
Washington has ABFSE-accredited mortuary science programs. Check the School Finder filtered by Washington to see tuition, debt, and earnings data.
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Salary in Nearby Cities
- Mortician Salary in Seattle, WA — $64,239
Is Tacoma a Good City for Morticians?
Tacoma pays below average for morticians. At $40,778, it is -27% 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.