How much does an embalmer make in California?
$60,060a year
Median yearly pay for embalmers in California. That is $28.88 an hour or $5,005 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.88
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 520
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,310Median: $60,060Highest 10%: $80,590
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,310 | $22.75 | |
| 25th | $50,730 | $24.39 | |
| Median | $60,060 | $28.88 | |
| 75th | $75,870 | $36.48 | |
| 90th | $80,590 | $38.75 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Los Angeles, CA | $61,570 |
| San Francisco, CA | $60,890 |
| Sacramento, CA | $58,930 |
| Riverside, CA | $55,380 |
| San Diego, CA | $54,850 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for embalmers.
| 9. Illinois | $61,730 |
| 10. Rhode Island | $60,310 |
| 11. Florida | $60,170 |
| 12. California | $60,060 |
| 13. Mississippi | $58,900 |
| 14. Arkansas | $58,250 |
| 15. Texas | $57,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an embalmer make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $28.88 ($60,060 a year).
Do embalmers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $60,060 against $58,780 nationally, 2% more.
Where does California rank for embalmer pay?
California ranks 12 of 28 states.
Which city in California pays embalmers the most?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, with a median of $61,570 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.