Embalmers Salary (2025)
Based on 3,890 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $38,310 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $48,010 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $58,780 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $66,130 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $77,570 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$38K
25th
$48K
Median
$59K
75th
$66K
90th
$78K
Highest Paying States for Embalmers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Ohio | $66,900 |
| Kansas | $63,960 |
| Virginia | $63,340 |
| Pennsylvania | $63,310 |
| Illinois | $63,240 |
| California | $62,550 |
| North Carolina | $62,550 |
| Missouri | $62,480 |
| Mississippi | $62,320 |
| South Carolina | $61,580 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Embalmers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Ohio at an average of $66,900 per year, while South Carolina has an average of $61,580 — a difference of $5,320. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Embalmers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 3,890 workers were employed as Embalmerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Personal Care and Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $58,390 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 39-4011