Cost Comparison

Results based on August 2019 surveys of General Price Lists provided by area funeral homes. Survey included a comparison of prices related to the following services: transfer of remains to funeral home; embalming; dressing, cosmetics, and work to prepare the deceased for viewing; basic services of funeral director and staff, and overhead; use of facilities and staff for viewing; memorial package use of facilities and staff for funeral ceremony; hearse; utility vehicle, and a committal service following the ceremony. It does not include limousine(s), casket, outer burial container, or cash advance items. Cremation cost were based on the charge for immediate cremation which include transfer of remains, basic professional services and overhead, alternative container and cremation fee. Providers may change their prices without notice.