As of December 1, 2024, California has 1,520 funeral homes, reflecting a 3.59% increase compared to 2023. Of these, 886 funeral homes (58.29%) are independently owned, while 634 (41.71%) are part of larger brands. The top three cities with the highest number of funeral homes are Los Angeles with 333, San Francisco with 136, and San Diego with 119. The average age of funeral homes in California is approximately 6 years and 10 months.