Funeral Attendants (39-4021)
Occupation description: Perform a variety of tasks during funeral, such as placing casket in parlor or chapel prior to service; arranging floral offerings or lights around casket; directing or escorting mourners; closing casket; and issuing and storing funeral equipment.
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Employment and Job Openings
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| Employment | Average annual openings | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 estimate | 2028 projection | Percent change | Labor force exits | Occupation transfers | Total | |
| Alaska | 31 | 40 | 29.0 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| United States | 36,100 | 37,100 | 0.0 | 3,400 | 2,400 | 6,000 |
Job outlook
- Alaska: Alaska’s employment growth is robust with low employment opportunities. Read more.
2019 Wages
| Mean Wage | Wage by Percentile | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean | 10th | 25th | Median | 75th | 90th | |
| United States | 14.34 | 9.32 | 10.92 | 13.43 | 16.76 | 21.02 |
