Indiana Median
$62,400
per year
Hourly Rate
$30.00
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+6% vs US median
US median $58,780
State Rank
#7 of 28
state estimate
How much does an Embalmer make in Indiana?
Embalmers in Indiana take home a median of $62,400 annually — roughly $30.00 an hour — which runs 6% above the national median of $58,780.
Within Indiana, entry-level pay starts around $61,270 while the top 10% make $65,440 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $61,930 and $65,030 a year.
Embalmer salary range in Indiana
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $61,270 | $29.46 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $61,930 | $29.77 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $62,400 | $30.00 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $65,030 | $31.26 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $65,440 | $31.46 |
|
How Indiana compares
Indiana ranks 7th out of 28 states and territories for Embalmer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Embalmer salary in other states
Ohio $71,550Pennsylvania $69,950North Carolina $68,550Missouri $66,490Virginia $63,810Kansas $63,160South Carolina $61,820Illinois $61,730Rhode Island $60,310Florida $60,170California $60,060Mississippi $58,900Arkansas $58,250Texas $57,350Oregon $57,170Colorado $57,100Tennessee $55,170Georgia $55,000Louisiana $54,890Massachusetts $54,320West Virginia $54,060Alabama $53,080Washington $50,610Kentucky $49,860Oklahoma $49,120New Mexico $45,340Iowa $39,490
Working as an Embalmer in Indiana
Nationally, about 4,000 people work as Embalmers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Indiana pay ($62,400) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Embalmer make in Indiana?
The median Embalmer salary in Indiana is $62,400 per year, or about $30.00 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $61,270 at the entry level to $65,440 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Indiana pay compare to the national average?
Indiana pays Embalmers about 6% more than the national median of $58,780. Indiana ranks 7th out of 28 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Indiana a good state for Embalmers?
Yes on pay — Indiana pays above the national median for this occupation, at $62,400 a year. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Indiana?
The highest-paying occupations in Indiana include Cardiologist ($588,890), Surgeon, All Other ($459,300), Radiologist ($430,640), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.