Funeral Cost Calculator
Get a personalized estimate for burial or cremation in your state
Traditional Burial
Cremation
Direct Cremation
Full service + viewing
Graveside only
Memorial (no body)
Yes, need to purchase
Already owned
No (cremation/scattering)
ESTIMATED TOTAL COST
$9,800
Range: $7,200 – $13,400
Funeral home basic services$2,300
Transportation$500
Casket / urn$2,500
Cemetery plot$2,000
Opening & closing grave$1,200
Death certificates$330
Flowers, printing, misc.$470
💡 Ways to Reduce Funeral Costs
- Request a General Price List — funeral homes are legally required to provide one
- Purchase a casket independently (Costco, Amazon) and save 30–50%
- Pre-planning locks in today's prices and relieves family burden