How much does an embalmer make in Texas?
$57,350a year
Median yearly pay for embalmers in Texas. That is $27.57 an hour or $4,779 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.57
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 680
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,960Median: $57,350Highest 10%: $66,960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,960 | $18.73 | |
| 25th | $48,880 | $23.50 | |
| Median | $57,350 | $27.57 | |
| 75th | $61,330 | $29.49 | |
| 90th | $66,960 | $32.19 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Houston, TX | $58,490 |
| Dallas, TX | $58,470 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for embalmers.
| 12. California | $60,060 |
| 13. Mississippi | $58,900 |
| 14. Arkansas | $58,250 |
| 15. Texas | $57,350 |
| 16. Oregon | $57,170 |
| 17. Colorado | $57,100 |
| 18. Tennessee | $55,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an embalmer make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $27.57 ($57,350 a year).
Do embalmers make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $57,350 against $58,780 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Texas rank for embalmer pay?
Texas ranks 15 of 28 states.
Which city in Texas pays embalmers the most?
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX, with a median of $58,490 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.