What is the average funeral cost in the US?

NFDA 2024: Median traditional funeral with burial: $9,420. With cemetery costs: $12,000–18,000. Cremation with viewing: $6,970. Direct cremation: $1,000–2,500. Funeral costs have risen 40%+ since 2010.

Funeral Cost Estimator by Service Type

Formula Definitions

The Funeral Cost Estimator by Service Type works by applying a well-defined formula to the values you enter. Understanding the formula behind the calculation helps you interpret the result and check that your inputs are correct. Below we break down the key components that drive the Funeral Cost.

The core formula used by this calculator is:

Result = f(inputs, settings)

Each variable in the formula has a specific meaning:

inputs — Values entered into the Funeral Cost.
settings — Options, units, or parameters that adjust how the calculation is performed.
Result — Computed output for the chosen inputs and settings.

How to Use This Calculator

Enter the required values. Enter the required values into the Funeral Cost Estimator by Service Type input fields.
Adjust settings. Adjust any settings, select applicable options, or choose units as needed.
Calculate the result. Press Calculate to compute the result using the underlying formula.
Interpret the output. Review and interpret your result using the provided context, reference ranges, or explanatory notes.

Glossary and Definitions

Input: A value entered into the calculator to be processed.
Output: The computed result returned by the calculator for the given inputs.
Setting: An option that adjusts how the calculation is performed, such as unit selection or mode.
Funeral cost estimator: A key concept referenced by the Funeral Cost: Estimate funeral costs by service type: traditional burial ($9K–15K), cremation with service ($4K–7K), direct cremation ($800–2,000), or green burial ($1K–5K).
Burial vs cremation cost: A key concept referenced by the Funeral Cost: Estimate funeral costs by service type: traditional burial ($9K–15K), cremation with service ($4K–7K), direct cremation ($800–2,000), or green burial ($1K–5K).
How much does a funeral cost: A key concept referenced by the Funeral Cost: Estimate funeral costs by service type: traditional burial ($9K–15K), cremation with service ($4K–7K), direct cremation ($800–2,000), or green burial ($1K–5K).
Direct cremation price: A key concept referenced by the Funeral Cost: Estimate funeral costs by service type: traditional burial ($9K–15K), cremation with service ($4K–7K), direct cremation ($800–2,000), or green burial ($1K–5K).

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