Washington Median
$50,610
per year
Hourly Rate
$24.33
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-14% vs US median
US median $58,780
State Rank
#24 of 28
40 employed here
How much does an Embalmer make in Washington?
Embalmers in Washington take home a median of $50,610 annually — roughly $24.33 an hour — which runs 14% below the national median of $58,780.
Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $39,600 while the top 10% make $88,900 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $44,810 and $72,780 a year.
Embalmer salary range in Washington
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $39,600 | $19.04 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $44,810 | $21.54 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $50,610 | $24.33 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $72,780 | $34.99 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $88,900 | $42.74 |
|
How Washington compares
Washington ranks 24th 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 $63,160Indiana $62,400South 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 $53,080Kentucky $49,860Oklahoma $49,120New Mexico $45,340Iowa $39,490
Working as an Embalmer in Washington
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 Washington pay ($50,610) 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 Washington?
The median Embalmer salary in Washington is $50,610 per year, or about $24.33 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $39,600 at the entry level to $88,900 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Embalmers about 14% less than the national median of $58,780. Washington ranks 24th out of 28 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Embalmers?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $50,610 a year. About 40 Embalmers are employed in Washington. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Washington?
The highest-paying occupations in Washington include Cardiologist ($656,330), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($553,310), Dermatologist ($526,170), 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.