Crematory Operator Salary in Connecticut (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Crematory Operators in Connecticut, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Connecticut Median
$47,160
per year
Hourly Rate
$22.67
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+8% vs US median
US median $43,650
State Rank
#9 of 24
100 employed here

How much does a Crematory Operator make in Connecticut?

Crematory Operators in Connecticut take home a median of $47,160 annually — roughly $22.67 an hour — which runs 8% above the national median of $43,650.

Within Connecticut, entry-level pay starts around $43,390 while the top 10% make $71,040 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $46,120 and $66,750 a year.

Crematory Operator salary range in Connecticut

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$43,390$20.86
25th percentile (early career)$46,120$22.17
50th percentile (median)$47,160$22.67
75th percentile (experienced)$66,750$32.09
90th percentile (top earners)$71,040$34.15

How Connecticut compares

Connecticut ranks 9th out of 24 states and territories for Crematory Operator pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Wisconsin$64,220
2Massachusetts$56,050
3Washington$53,580
4Colorado$52,060
5Delaware$50,320

Working as a Crematory Operator in Connecticut

Nationally, about 3,000 people work as Crematory Operators in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Connecticut pay ($47,160) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Crematory Operator make in Connecticut?
The median Crematory Operator salary in Connecticut is $47,160 per year, or about $22.67 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $43,390 at the entry level to $71,040 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Connecticut pay compare to the national average?
Connecticut pays Crematory Operators about 8% more than the national median of $43,650. Connecticut ranks 9th out of 24 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Connecticut a good state for Crematory Operators?
Yes on pay — Connecticut pays above the national median for this occupation, at $47,160 a year. About 100 Crematory Operators are employed in Connecticut. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Connecticut?
The highest-paying occupations in Connecticut include Cardiologist ($488,940), Anesthesiologist ($481,820), Orthodontist ($478,680), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.