Rhode Island Funeral & Cremation Costs
Dataset snapshot: 2026-08-30 · Source year and coverage vary by page.
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Quick Answer
Average cremation cost in Rhode Island: $1150 (direct) to $3300 (with service)
Rhode Island Funeral & Cremation Costs: State Overview
Rhode Island funeral costs run above the national average, reflecting high land costs in the Northeast. Direct cremation in Providence starts at $675. The state’s cremation rate is approximately 65% and rising.
Rhode Island Funeral Regulations
Rhode Island does not require embalming. The Rhode Island Department of Health licenses funeral directors, and funeral homes must provide itemized General Price Lists under the FTC Funeral Rule. Pre-need contracts must be held in trust.
Rhode Island Cost Range Summary
| Service | Low Range | Average | High Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Cremation | $675 | $1,150 | $2,500 |
| Cremation with Memorial | $1,700 | $3,300 | $5,900 |
| Full Traditional Burial | $5,200 | $8,100 | $14,800 |
| Cemetery Plot | $1,400 | $3,000 | $7,000 |
Veterans Benefits in Rhode Island
Rhode Island has no federal VA national cemetery. The Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Exeter provides free burial for eligible veterans and their families.
Veterans Burial Benefits in Rhode Island
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 Rhode Island
Rhode Island Cities — Funeral Cost Comparison
Providence Funeral & Cremation Costs 2026
Cremation from $675 · Burial from $5200
Metro population: 1,624,578