Missouri Funeral & Cremation Costs
Dataset snapshot: 2026-08-30 · Source year and coverage vary by page.
2 cities with pricing data · Compare cremation, burial and cemetery costs across Missouri
Quick Answer
Average cremation cost in Missouri: $900 (direct) to $2600 (with service)
Missouri Funeral & Cremation Costs: State Overview
Missouri funeral costs are below the national average, with direct cremation in St. Louis and Kansas City starting at $525. The state’s cremation rate is approximately 58% and rising steadily.
Missouri Funeral Regulations
Missouri does not require embalming. The Missouri State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors enforces the FTC Funeral Rule. Missouri requires itemized General Price Lists and holds pre-need funds in trust.
Missouri Cost Range Summary
| Service | Low Range | Average | High Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Cremation | $525-$575 | $875-$925 | $1,800-$2,100 |
| Cremation with Memorial | $1,250-$1,450 | $2,500-$2,700 | $4,400-$4,800 |
| Full Traditional Burial | $4,400 | $6,800 | $12,000 |
| Cemetery Plot | $750-$800 | $1,700-$1,800 | $3,800-$4,200 |
Veterans Benefits in Missouri
Missouri has 4 national cemeteries: Jefferson Barracks in St. Louis, Jefferson City, Springfield, and St. Louis National Cemetery. Jefferson Barracks is one of the largest and most historic in the VA system.
Veterans Burial Benefits in Missouri
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 Missouri
Missouri Cities — Funeral Cost Comparison
St. Louis Funeral & Cremation Costs 2026
Cremation from $525 · Burial from $4400
Metro population: 2,805,465
Kansas City Funeral & Cremation Costs 2026
Cremation from $575 · Burial from $4400
Metro population: 2,200,000