Funeral Costs in Massachusetts (2026)
Average funeral prices across Massachusetts, based on data from 100 funeral homes.
How much does a funeral cost in Massachusetts?
Funeral Homes Listed 100 across Massachusetts
With Pricing Data 79 itemized costs available
Funeral Costs by City in Massachusetts
Select a city to see itemized pricing and compare funeral homes.
| City | Funeral Homes | With Pricing | Avg Direct Cremation | View Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 7 | — | — | Compare prices → |
| Fall River | 4 | 4 | $2,134 | Compare prices → |
| Cambridge | 3 | 2 | $2,373 | Compare prices → |
| Chelsea | 3 | 2 | $2,260 | Compare prices → |
| New Bedford | 3 | 3 | $2,147 | Compare prices → |
| Fitchburg | 3 | 3 | $2,858 | Compare prices → |
| Malden | 2 | 1 | $2,300 | Compare prices → |
| Stoneham | 2 | 2 | $1,350 | Compare prices → |
| Watertown | 2 | 2 | $3,045 | Compare prices → |
| Lawrence | 2 | 2 | $2,308 | Compare prices → |
| Worcester | 2 | 2 | $1,945 | Compare prices → |
| Bedford | 2 | 2 | $2,450 | Compare prices → |
| Salem | 2 | 2 | $2,195 | Compare prices → |
| Belmont | 2 | 2 | $2,142 | Compare prices → |
| Milford | 2 | 2 | $2,460 | Compare prices → |
| Andover | 2 | 2 | $2,353 | Compare prices → |
| Beverly | 2 | 2 | $3,145 | Compare prices → |
| Methuen | 2 | 1 | $2,820 | Compare prices → |
| Ware | 2 | 2 | $2,698 | Compare prices → |
| Acton | 1 | 1 | $2,625 | Compare prices → |
| Northampton | 1 | 1 | $2,150 | Compare prices → |
| Hartford | 1 | — | — | Compare prices → |
| Walpole | 1 | 1 | $1,935 | Compare prices → |
| Nashua | 1 | — | — | Compare prices → |
| Townsend | 1 | 1 | $2,795 | Compare prices → |
| Cheshire | 1 | — | — | Compare prices → |
| Springfield | 1 | 1 | $4,275 | Compare prices → |
| Colchester | 1 | — | — | Compare prices → |
| Willimantic | 1 | — | — | Compare prices → |
| Littleton | 1 | 1 | $2,595 | Compare prices → |
Frequently Asked Questions — Massachusetts Funeral Costs
What is the average cost of a funeral in Massachusetts?
Funeral costs in Massachusetts vary by city, service type, and funeral home. Use the city table above to find pricing in your area.
What is the cheapest funeral option in Massachusetts?
Direct cremation is consistently the least expensive funeral option in Massachusetts. It involves cremation shortly after death without embalming, viewing, or a formal funeral service. The ashes are returned to the family. Many families then hold a separate memorial service at a time and place of their choosing.
Are funeral prices regulated in Massachusetts?
The FTC Funeral Rule requires all funeral homes in the United States — including Massachusetts — to provide itemized price lists upon request. This means you can call any funeral home and ask for their General Price List (GPL) before committing to any services. Always get prices in writing and compare multiple funeral homes.
About This Data
Funeral cost data for Massachusetts comes from OfficialObituary.com's directory of 100 funeral homes. Prices are sourced from individual funeral home websites and updated regularly. Contact funeral homes directly for current pricing.