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Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers in Oklahoma

Morticians, undertakers, and funeral arrangers coordinate and conduct funeral services for deceased individuals. They work in funeral homes, mortuaries, and cemeteries, handling tasks such as transporting remains, meeting with families to plan service details, arranging transportation, and coordinating with religious officials and pallbearers. In Oklahoma the median pay is $47,780 a year, 13% below the national median of $55,010.

$47,780median pay in Oklahoma, per year
$34,340–$72,440middle half earn
380employed in Oklahoma
$55,010U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes

Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold an associate degree.

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Licenses and training in Oklahoma

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O*NET-SOC 39-4031.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Oklahoma, annual.