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Embalmers is a notable career in the 39 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Embalmers against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 39-4011 |
| title | Embalmers |
| onet code | 39-4011.00 |
| description | Prepare bodies for interment in conformity with legal requirements. |
| job zone | 3 |
| major group | 39 |
| tot emp | 3,420 |
| a mean | 57,520 |
| a median | 56,280 |
| a pct10 | 35,160 |
| a pct25 | 46,160 |
| a pct75 | 64,760 |
| a pct90 | 78,740 |
| h mean | 27 |
| h median | 27 |
The day-to-day work of a embalmers typically centers on conform to laws of health and sanitation and ensure that legal requirements concerning embalming are met. Every task listed below is classified as Core in O*NET — they collectively define the role. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Workers in this occupation rely most on Speaking, Active Listening, and Social Perceptiveness. Across the top 10 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.22 out of 5 — moderately weighted for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working embalmers, the most common entry qualification is a Associate's Degree (or other 2 (86.4%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 14% of incumbents. Most workers enter without a four-year degree, making this a relatively accessible career path.
Median annual pay is highest in Nebraska at $102,300 and lowest in Arkansas at $34,660 — a 3.0× spread. The top five states (Nebraska, Ohio, New York, North Carolina, Washington) average $75,358. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | $102,300 | $81,600 | $57,090 | $102,300 | 30 |
| Ohio | $76,180 | $74,240 | $61,720 | $81,120 | 90 |
| New York | $68,200 | $71,260 | $48,790 | $96,680 | 40 |
| North Carolina | $65,630 | $65,660 | $52,610 | $73,460 | — |
| Washington | $64,480 | $63,780 | $44,740 | $88,330 | 30 |
| Georgia | $62,840 | $61,990 | $46,220 | $77,450 | 60 |
| South Carolina | $60,480 | $68,750 | $36,370 | $95,970 | 100 |
| California | $60,040 | $63,070 | $49,050 | $78,930 | 360 |
| Tennessee | $60,000 | $59,040 | $40,330 | $78,990 | 110 |
| Colorado | $57,890 | $57,820 | $40,880 | $87,270 | 90 |
| Kansas | $56,930 | $56,240 | $36,630 | $73,650 | 130 |
| Mississippi | $56,490 | $57,730 | $42,330 | $78,490 | 60 |
| Virginia | $55,800 | $53,600 | $35,980 | $66,130 | 150 |
| Florida | $54,610 | $54,380 | $37,810 | $61,660 | 300 |
| Louisiana | $52,830 | $58,270 | $29,200 | $104,000 | 240 |
| Texas | $50,420 | $53,180 | $34,110 | $80,800 | 510 |
| West Virginia | $49,030 | $53,110 | $42,850 | $65,440 | 70 |
| Oregon | $48,090 | $49,940 | $31,520 | $67,800 | 90 |
| Kentucky | $47,450 | $43,410 | $21,990 | $59,410 | 290 |
| Missouri | $47,240 | $53,010 | $38,090 | $73,920 | 90 |
| Iowa | $46,950 | $51,150 | $29,910 | $77,530 | — |
| Oklahoma | $44,420 | $45,660 | $36,810 | $60,720 | 60 |
| Arkansas | $34,660 | $39,460 | $23,770 | $59,590 | 60 |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for embalmers. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Anatomical Embalmer or Arterial Embalmer frequently describe the same role.
This data helps you understand how Embalmers compares to others in the 39 category. Use it to make informed decisions based on verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0.
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