Minnesota 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 Minnesota
Quick Answer
Average cremation cost in Minnesota: $1050 (direct) to $3100 (with service)
Minnesota Funeral & Cremation Costs: State Overview
Minnesota funeral costs are near the national average, with direct cremation in Minneapolis starting at $650. The state’s cremation rate is approximately 63%, above the national average, driven by a largely secular population and strong Scandinavian cultural emphasis on simplicity.
Minnesota Funeral Regulations
Minnesota does not require embalming. The Minnesota Department of Health licenses funeral establishments and enforces the FTC Funeral Rule. Minnesota allows home funerals and family-directed after-death care.
Minnesota Cost Range Summary
| Service | Low Range | Average | High Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Cremation | $650 | $1,050 | $2,300 |
| Cremation with Memorial | $1,600 | $3,100 | $5,600 |
| Full Traditional Burial | $5,000 | $7,800 | $14,000 |
| Cemetery Plot | $1,100 | $2,400 | $5,500 |
Veterans Benefits in Minnesota
Minnesota has 1 national cemetery: Fort Snelling in Minneapolis, one of the largest in the VA system with more than 190,000 interments. It has available space for casketed and cremated remains.
Veterans Burial Benefits in Minnesota
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 Minnesota
Minnesota Cities — Funeral Cost Comparison
Minneapolis Funeral & Cremation Costs 2026
Cremation from $650 · Burial from $5000
Metro population: 3,690,261