Walk-in style mortuary coolers give a funeral home, hospital morgue or medical examiner a refrigerated room instead of a cabinet. Staff roll a cot or cart straight inside, bodies rest on tiered racks, and capacity grows with the floor plan. Every walk-in on this page is built by American Mortuary Coolers in Johnson City, Tennessee and sold factory direct, so the price you see is the price from the people who build it.
Walk-in sizes and starting prices
| Size | Typical use | Starting price |
|---|---|---|
| 6x8 walk-in | Single funeral home moving up from an upright cabinet | $9,708 |
| 8x10 walk-in | Busy funeral home or small crematory | $11,881 |
| 10x12 walk-in | Multi-location firm or hospital morgue | $15,476 |
| 20x20 walk-in | County morgue or regional storage | $28,835 |
Prices are the base unit before options and freight. Each product page shows the configured total as you choose options.
What comes standard
- 4-inch polyurethane panels for steady temperature and low running cost.
- 34 to 40°F body holding range with ±2°F accuracy.
- Scroll compressor refrigeration, with packages rated for 80, 90, 100 or 110°F rooms when the condensing unit sits somewhere hot.
- 36-inch door with your choice of hinge side and door location at no charge.
Options you can add
- 48-inch wide door for bariatric cots and two-person transfers
- Insulated floor, or floorless for a level roll-in from the building slab
- Diamond plate kick plate and entry ramp
- Lockable door handle
- ENERGY STAR LED lighting
Planning your walk-in
A walk-in mortuary cooler needs a 208 to 230V single-phase dedicated circuit, a drain for the evaporator and forklift unloading on delivery. Measure the room, the doorways on the delivery path and the ceiling height before you order. Pair the cooler with mortuary racks and a body lift so staff never lift by hand.
Need a smaller footprint? Compare multi-body mortuary coolers and portable mortuary coolers. Need long-term storage? See our funeral home walk-in freezers.
Frequently asked questions
What is a walk-in style mortuary cooler?
It is a refrigerated room built from insulated panels that staff walk into, rather than a cabinet with trays. Bodies are stored on racks, so capacity depends on the room size and rack layout.
How much does a walk-in mortuary cooler cost?
Our walk-ins start at $9,708 for a 6x8 and run to about $34,800 for a 24x24, before options and freight.
Why buy a mortuary cooler factory direct?
You deal with the manufacturer from quote to delivery. There is no dealer markup, and the people answering your questions are the ones who build and support the cooler.
Can a walk-in cooler be installed in an existing room?
Yes. The panels are assembled on site, so a walk-in can go into a garage, prep area or spare room as long as there is power, a drain and room for the refrigeration.
Can I finance a walk-in mortuary cooler?
Yes. Apply on our financing page, pay by card or Shop Pay, or send a purchase order.