Idaho Funeral & Cremation Costs
Dataset snapshot: 2026-08-30 · Source year and coverage vary by page.
1 cities with pricing data · Compare cremation, burial and cemetery costs across Idaho
Quick Answer
Average cremation cost in Idaho: $950 (direct) to $2600 (with service)
Idaho Funeral & Cremation Costs: State Overview
Idaho funeral costs are moderate for the Mountain West, with direct cremation in Boise starting at $575. The state’s cremation rate is around 60% and rising, influenced by a mix of agricultural communities and a growing, younger population in the Treasure Valley.
Idaho Funeral Regulations
Idaho does not require embalming. The Idaho Board of Morticians regulates funeral homes and enforces the FTC Funeral Rule. Idaho law allows families to transport and handle remains without a funeral director in some circumstances.
Idaho Cost Range Summary
| Service | Low Range | Average | High Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Cremation | $575 | $950 | $1,950 |
| Cremation with Memorial | $1,350 | $2,600 | $4,600 |
| Full Traditional Burial | $4,400 | $6,800 | $12,000 |
| Cemetery Plot | $700 | $1,600 | $3,500 |
Veterans Benefits in Idaho
Idaho has no federal VA national cemetery. The Idaho State Veterans Cemetery in Boise provides free burial and cremation interment for eligible veterans, with space available for both.
Veterans Burial Benefits in Idaho
If the deceased was a veteran, burial in a VA national cemetery is free — the plot, opening and closing, headstone, and flag are all covered, plus a cash burial allowance of $300-$2,000.
Green Burial Options in Idaho
Idaho Cities — Funeral Cost Comparison
Boise Funeral & Cremation Costs 2026
Cremation from $575 · Burial from $4400
Metro population: 764,718