Morticians in Los Angeles, California earn an estimated average of $42,454 per year — -24% below the national average of $55,860.
Quick Facts
- Estimated avg salary: $42,454 (-24% vs national $55860)
- National average: $55,860 (PayScale 2026)
- National BLS median: $55,010 (BLS OEWS May 2025)
- California BLS median: $50,750 | Employment: 2,240
Source: PayScale Funeral Director Salary By Location, 2026. City estimate = national avg × city multiplier.
How Los Angeles Compares
Los Angeles ranks #47 out of 54 cities in our salary comparison. This is -24% below the national average, placing Los Angeles in the lower tier of mortician compensation.
| Metro | Avg Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $42,454 | -24% |
| National Average | $55,860 | — |
| California (state BLS median) | $50,750 | -8% vs national |
State Context: California
The BLS reports a $50,750 median salary for morticians in California, with 2,240 employed statewide. See the full California salary guide for percentile breakdowns and demand data.
Education & Schools in California
California has ABFSE-accredited mortuary science programs. Check the School Finder filtered by California to see tuition, debt, and earnings data.
Use the School Finder to compare all 58 ABFSE-accredited programs by tuition, debt, and outcomes.
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Salary in Nearby Cities
- Mortician Salary in Sacramento, CA — $41,895
Is Los Angeles a Good City for Morticians?
Los Angeles pays below average for morticians. At $42,454, it is -24% below the national average. The lower cost of living may partially offset the below-average salary — use the ROI Calculator to model your net position.
Data: PayScale 2026 (city avg), BLS OEWS May 2025 (national/state). Updated May 2026.