How much does the average funeral cost?

According to the National Funeral Director’s Association (also known as the NFDA) the average cost of a funeral was $6,500.00 as of 2004. That cost does not include cemetery costs.

Of course, the average has risen somewhat in the recent years, and it can be much higher or lower, depending on where in the country you live – urban area services typically cost more than rural ones, so your best bet is to contact your local Funeral Director for information on the costs in your area.