Funeral Costs in West Palm Beach, FL (2026)

Based on data from 11 funeral homes in West Palm Beach, Florida. Average direct cremation: $1,864.

How much does a funeral cost in West Palm Beach?

Direct Cremation $1,864 from $645

Basic Services Fee $2,324

Florida State Average $9,187

Funeral Home Prices in West Palm Beach, Florida

Itemized pricing from 11 funeral homes. Updated 2026.

Funeral Home	Direct Cremation	Traditional Burial	Basic Services Fee	Phone
I. J. Morris Funeral Directors 5411 Okeechobee Blvd	$2,340	—	$2,595	561-683-8676
Northwood Funeral Home 5608 Broadway	$645	—	$1,399	561-844-4311
Parkside Memorial Chapels Inc. Ballantyne Road	$2,695	—	$1,960	561-655-6844
Quattlebaum Funeral Cremation and Event Center 6411 Parker Avenue	$2,340	—	$2,995	561-833-4061
Quattlebaum Funeral Home 1201 S. Olive Avenue	$2,340	—	$2,995	561-832-5171
Royal Palm Funeral Home 5601 Greenwood Avenue	$2,340	—	$2,495	561-848-8659
Shuler's Memorial Chapel 5301 N. Australian Avenue	$1,485	—	$1,350	561-882-4255
Star of David Funeral Chapel of the Palm Beaches 9321 Memorial Park Rd.	$2,340	—	$2,595	561-627-2277
Stevens Brothers Funeral Home 2921 N Australian Ave	$995	—	$1,795	561-833-5526
Tillman Funeral Home 2170 S. Military	$1,890	—	$1,890	561-965-4412
Torres Sanchez Funeral Home 4318 Parker Avenue	$1,095	—	$3,495	561-651-7486

Understanding Funeral Costs in West Palm Beach

Below is a plain-English breakdown of every line item you'll see on a funeral home's General Price List (GPL) — required by the FTC Funeral Rule to be provided on request.

Basic Services Fee — avg $2,324 in West Palm Beach

The funeral home's non-declinable charge, required for every funeral regardless of services chosen. Covers the funeral director's expertise, 24/7 availability, coordination with cemeteries and crematories, and facility overhead. You cannot opt out of this fee.

Direct Cremation — avg $1,864 in West Palm Beach

The most affordable option. The body is cremated shortly after death with no embalming, no viewing, and no formal service. The ashes are returned to the family in a basic container. Families often hold a separate memorial service later at a location of their choice. In West Palm Beach, prices start as low as $645.

Traditional Burial

The most comprehensive option — includes embalming, viewing or visitation, a formal funeral service, and burial in a casket. Does not include the cemetery plot, grave opening/closing fees, or the headstone, which are billed separately by the cemetery.

Embalming — typically $500–$900

The preservation of remains to slow decomposition. Required for open-casket viewings and for remains transported across state lines. Not required by law if you choose direct cremation or immediate burial without viewing. Funeral homes cannot require embalming without a valid reason.

Viewing / Visitation — typically $400–$600

Use of the funeral home's facilities and staff for an open-casket viewing before the service. Separate from the funeral ceremony fee. Families can choose a viewing without a formal service, or skip it entirely with a memorial-only service.

Transfer / Removal — typically $300–$500

The fee to transport the deceased from the place of death (hospital, home, nursing facility) to the funeral home. Usually covers a local radius; additional mileage fees apply for transfers outside the area.

Funeral Ceremony — typically $400–$600

Use of the funeral home's chapel or ceremony room for the service itself, plus staff coordination. You can hold the service at a church, cemetery, or other venue to avoid this fee.

What's NOT included in funeral home prices

Cemetery plot or mausoleum niche, grave opening and closing fees, death certificates (typically $10–$25 each; you'll need 5–10 copies), clergy or officiant honorarium, flowers, obituary placement, and the headstone or grave marker — all are billed separately.

Your rights under the FTC Funeral Rule: Every funeral home in Florida must give you an itemized General Price List upon request — in person, over the phone, or by mail. You cannot be required to buy a package; you may select individual services. Always get prices in writing before agreeing to anything.

Frequently Asked Questions — Funeral Costs in West Palm Beach

What is the average funeral cost in West Palm Beach, Florida?

Funeral costs in West Palm Beach, Florida vary by funeral home and service type. We have 11 funeral homes listed. Contact them directly for current pricing.

How much does direct cremation cost in West Palm Beach?

Direct cremation in West Palm Beach averages $1,864, with prices ranging from $645 to higher depending on the provider. Direct cremation is the most affordable option because it skips embalming, visitation, and a formal funeral service.

What is the difference between direct cremation and a traditional funeral?

Direct cremation is the simplest and least expensive option — the body is cremated shortly after death without embalming, viewing, or a funeral ceremony. A traditional funeral includes embalming, a viewing or visitation, a funeral service, and burial in a casket. In West Palm Beach, Florida, traditional funerals typically cost significantly more than direct cremation.

What is included in the basic services fee?

The basic services fee (sometimes called the funeral home's non-declinable fee) covers the funeral director's services, overhead, and coordination. In West Palm Beach, this fee averages $2,324. It is charged for every funeral regardless of which services you select.

How do West Palm Beach funeral costs compare to Florida averages?

Florida's state average funeral cost provides a useful benchmark. Compare prices from multiple funeral homes in West Palm Beach before making a decision.

About This Data

Funeral pricing data for West Palm Beach, Florida is sourced from OfficialObituary.com's funeral home directory, which covers 11+ homes in West Palm Beach and 10,000+ funeral homes nationwide. Prices are collected from individual funeral home websites and updated periodically. Always contact funeral homes directly to confirm current pricing before making arrangements.

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