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Embalmers

Median Salary
54,090
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Prepare bodies for interment in conformity with legal requirements.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$34,030

10%

$54,090

Median

$66,560

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Associate's degree

    86%

  • Bachelor's degree

    13%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General
  • Mortuary Science and Embalming/Embalmer

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Chemistry
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Philosophy and Theology
  • Psychology
  • English Language

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    High

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Responsibility

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Physical Activity

    Mid

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.