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SOC 39-4012·Personal Care & Service
Crematory Operators
Median wage
$51,924
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How pay grows with experience
Crematory Operators — typical pay by experience
Annual wages statewide: starting out, typical (median), and experienced.
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Starting out (entry) | $49,338 |
| Median (typical) | $51,924 |
| Experienced | $63,380 |
Source: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (NYSDOL / U.S. BLS via data.ny.gov)
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