Funeral Attendants vs. Amusement and Recreation Attendants: Who Earns More?
Funeral Attendants out-earn Amusement and Recreation Attendants by $4K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Funeral Attendants land at $35,680 and Amusement and Recreation Attendants at $32,150. The education gap is real: funeral attendant programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while amusement and recreation attendant programs require high school diploma or equivalent. Top-paying state for Funeral Attendants is New Hampshire ($55,850); for Amusement and Recreation Attendants it's Alaska ($45,680).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Funeral Attendants median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Funeral Attendants or Amusement and Recreation Attendants?
Funeral Attendants earn more nationally. The median is $35,680 for Funeral Attendants versus $32,150 for Amusement and Recreation Attendants, a difference of $4K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Funeral Attendants or Amusement and Recreation Attendants?
Amusement and Recreation Attendants has the better 10-year outlook at 3.4% projected growth, compared to 3.1% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Funeral Attendants or Amusement and Recreation Attendants?
Funeral Attendants typically requires high school diploma or equivalent. Amusement and Recreation Attendants requires high school diploma or equivalent. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Funeral Attendants get paid the most?
New Hampshire is the top-paying state for Funeral Attendants at $55,850/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Funeral Attendants vs. Amusement and Recreation Attendants pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In New Hampshire, Funeral Attendants earn $55,850 vs. $31,210 for Amusement and Recreation Attendants. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.