SOC 39-4031
Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ44/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ25,700
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$50K
$31K โ $86K
Projected Growth
๐+3.1%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค74/100
High exposure
๐ก Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers face a risk score of 44/100 โ 0 points above the national average of 44. With 74/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $50K ($3K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 44/100, Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai-powered skincare and beauty recommendation apps are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 25,700 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in adapting techniques to individual body types and preferences and emotional support and active listening during sessions to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
AI-powered skincare and beauty recommendation apps
Virtual try-on technology reducing in-person consultations
Automated booking and client management platforms
Robotic massage and physical therapy devices
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Adapting techniques to individual body types and preferences
Emotional support and active listening during sessions
Building trust and rapport with repeat clients
Personalized hands-on service requiring tactile skill
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Oversee the preparation and care of the remains of people who have died.
Obtain information needed to complete legal documents, such as death certificates or burial permits.
Perform embalming duties, as necessary.
Consult with families or friends of the deceased to arrange funeral details, such as obituary notice wording, casket selection, or plans for services.
Remove deceased remains from place of death.
๐ป Technology Skills
Data base user interface and query software
Office suite software
Project management software
Human resources software
Spreadsheet software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
English Language
Administrative
Administration and Management
Psychology
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Workers, All Other | 22 | $69K | 69% |
| Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapist Assistants and Aides | 23 | $62K | 67% |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors | 23 | $59K | 67% |