Plan, direct, or coordinate the services or resources of funeral homes. Includes activities such as determining prices for services or merchandise and managing the facilities of funeral homes.
Funeral Home Managers
SOC: 11-9171 O*NET: 11-9171.00
Median Salary
$76,830
per year
Job Growth
📈 4.1%
Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
2.6
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Plan, direct, or coordinate the services or resources of funeral homes. Includes activities such as determining prices for services or merchandise and managing the facilities of funeral homes.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$46,098
25th
$61,464
50th (Median)
$76,830
75th
$92,196
90th
$115,245
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:32,100
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+4.1%
Annual Openings:2,600
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)32,100
Current
2034 (Projected)33,400
+4.1%
+1,300
Employment Change
+4.1%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
Top Skills
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Time Management
Time Management
✓
Management of Personnel Resources
Management of Personnel Resources
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Administration and Management
✓
English Language
✓
Administrative
✓
Economics and Accounting
✓
Sales and Marketing
✓
Psychology
✓
Personnel and Human Resources
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
Education and Training
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year