Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
Quick Answer
Average cremation cost in Wisconsin: $875 (direct) to $2600 (with service)
Wisconsin Funeral & Cremation Costs: State Overview
Wisconsin funeral costs are below the national average, with direct cremation in Milwaukee starting at $550. The state’s cremation rate is approximately 58% and rising, while strong German and Scandinavian heritage communities keep traditional burial services in demand in smaller towns.
Wisconsin Funeral Regulations
Wisconsin does not require embalming. The Wisconsin Funeral Directors Examining Board regulates the industry and enforces the FTC Funeral Rule. Wisconsin requires funeral homes to provide itemized General Price Lists.
Wisconsin Cost Range Summary
| Service | Low Range | Average | High Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Cremation | $550 | $875 | $2,000 |
| Cremation with Memorial | $1,400 | $2,600 | $4,600 |
| Full Traditional Burial | $4,300 | $6,600 | $11,600 |
| Cemetery Plot | $800 | $1,800 | $4,000 |
Veterans Benefits in Wisconsin
Wisconsin has 1 national cemetery: Wood National Cemetery in Milwaukee. It provides free burial for eligible veterans and sits on the grounds of the former Milwaukee Soldiers Home.
Veterans Burial Benefits in Wisconsin
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 Wisconsin
Wisconsin Cities — Funeral Cost Comparison
Milwaukee Funeral & Cremation Costs 2026
Cremation from $550 · Burial from $4300
Metro population: 1,575,000