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How much does an embalmer make in Missouri?

$66,490a year

Median yearly pay for embalmers in Missouri. That is $31.97 an hour or $5,541 a month.

Hourly
$31.97
Vs. national median
+13%
Rank among states
4 of 28
Jobs in the state
160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,940Median: $66,490Highest 10%: $76,640
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$39,940$19.20
25th$56,440$27.13
Median$66,490$31.97
75th$70,270$33.78
90th$76,640$36.85

Cities in Missouri

Metro areas, median yearly pay.

St. Louis, MO$63,130
Salaries for every job in Missouri

Nearby in the ranking

States with similar pay for embalmers.

1. Ohio$71,550
2. Pennsylvania$69,950
3. North Carolina$68,550
4. Missouri$66,490
5. Virginia$63,810
6. Kansas$63,160
7. Indiana$62,400
Embalmer salary in all states

Frequently asked questions

How much does an embalmer make an hour in Missouri?

The median hourly pay in Missouri is $31.97 ($66,490 a year).

Do embalmers make more in Missouri than the national average?

Yes: $66,490 against $58,780 nationally, 13% more.

Where does Missouri rank for embalmer pay?

Missouri ranks 4 of 28 states.

Which city in Missouri pays embalmers the most?

St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $63,130 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.