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Average Cremation Cost by U.S. State

The cost of cremation in the United States can vary significantly depending on the state, the type of cremation (direct cremation or cremation with services), and additional factors such as transportation and urn selection. The table below provides a general overview of the average costs for cremation by state, helping you better understand what to expect when planning a cremation service.

If you need details by state, click the linked state name (if available).

For Direct Cremation Cost by State, click here.

StateAverage Cremation Cost (USD)
Alabama$1,200 – $3,500
Alaska$1,500 – $4,000
Arizona$1,100 – $3,200
Arkansas$1,000 – $2,500
California$1,400 – $4,500
Colorado$1,100 – $3,200
Connecticut$1,500 – $4,000
Delaware$1,300 – $3,800
Florida$1,000 – $3,200
Georgia$1,200 – $3,500
Hawaii$1,800 – $5,000
Idaho$1,000 – $2,800
Illinois$1,300 – $3,800
Indiana$1,100 – $3,200
Iowa$1,000 – $2,500
Kansas$1,000 – $2,800
Kentucky$1,200 – $3,200
Louisiana$1,300 – $3,800
Maine$1,400 – $4,000
Maryland$1,400 – $4,200
Massachusetts$1,500 – $4,500
Michigan$1,200 – $3,500
Minnesota$1,100 – $3,200
Mississippi$1,000 – $2,500
Missouri$1,100 – $3,200
Montana$1,200 – $3,500
Nebraska$1,000 – $2,800
Nevada$1,200 – $3,500
New Hampshire$1,400 – $4,200
New Jersey$1,500 – $4,500
New Mexico$1,000 – $2,800
New York$1,500 – $4,500
North Carolina$1,200 – $3,500
North Dakota$1,000 – $2,500
Ohio$1,200 – $3,500
Oklahoma$1,000 – $2,800
Oregon$1,100 – $3,200
Pennsylvania$1,300 – $4,000
Rhode Island$1,400 – $4,200
South Carolina$1,200 – $3,500
South Dakota$1,000 – $2,800
Tennessee$1,200 – $3,500
Texas$1,200 – $3,800
Utah$1,100 – $3,200
Vermont$1,400 – $4,000
Virginia$1,200 – $3,500
Washington$1,200 – $3,800
West Virginia$1,000 – $2,800
Wisconsin$1,200 – $3,500
Wyoming$1,000 – $2,800
Data sources:
The cremation cost information provided in this post comes from a combination of industry research, pricing data from local funeral homes, and national averages. We’ve gathered this information by looking at common price ranges from funeral home websites, surveys of cremation providers, and reports from associations that track the costs of end-of-life services.
If you’re looking for specific cremation costs in your area, it’s always a good idea to reach out to local funeral homes to get an exact quote. Prices can vary significantly depending on the location, the services offered, and the provider you choose.

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