Mississippi Funeral Costs

The average cost of a funeral in Mississippi is $5,465 based on surveyed data from funeral homes across the state. Funeral costs can vary widely depending on your city, service provider and elected services. Our research found that prices can range from $2,860 to $20,465.


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Mississippi Funeral Cost Breakdown

Our cost estimates assume an average casket cost of $1,500. You are not required to select a casket from your funeral home, so it can be beneficial to shop around for a more affordable casket if needed. Your funeral home must honor any alternative casket you purchase by law.

The data here is intended for educational purposes only and we make no warranty about its accuracy. Funeral homes change prices frequently, so we recommend contacting the funeral home directly and asking them for their prices as they may have changed.

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Average Funeral Costs By County

County Average Funeral Cost
Adams County, MS $5,415
Alcorn County, MS $5,343
Amite County, MS $4,984
Bolivar County, MS $9,310
Calhoun County, MS $6,233
Chickasaw County, MS $4,744
Clarke County, MS $4,988
Clay County, MS $4,643
Coahoma County, MS $4,738
Copiah County, MS $4,203
Covington County, MS $5,159
DeSoto County, MS $6,294
Forrest County, MS $5,168
Franklin County, MS $4,496
Greene County, MS $5,670
Harrison County, MS $5,820
Hinds County, MS $5,682
Itawamba County, MS $4,648
Jackson County, MS $5,273
Jasper County, MS $5,498
Jefferson County, MS $5,415
Jefferson Davis County, MS $4,439
Jones County, MS $5,723
Lafayette County, MS $6,566
Lamar County, MS $5,744
Lauderdale County, MS $5,865
Leake County, MS $4,598
Lee County, MS $4,820
Lincoln County, MS $4,503
Lowndes County, MS $5,986
Madison County, MS $7,298
Marion County, MS $7,053
Marshall County, MS $6,185
Monroe County, MS $3,630
Neshoba County, MS $5,039
Newton County, MS $5,985
Oktibbeha County, MS $5,062
Panola County, MS $5,501
Pearl River County, MS $5,745
Perry County, MS $5,427
Pike County, MS $5,174
Pontotoc County, MS $4,969
Prentiss County, MS $5,641
Quitman County, MS $5,363
Rankin County, MS $5,861
Scott County, MS $5,108
Simpson County, MS $5,634
Smith County, MS $5,266
Stone County, MS $7,210
Sunflower County, MS $6,763
Tallahatchie County, MS $7,729
Tate County, MS $6,002
Tippah County, MS $4,605
Tishomingo County, MS $5,160
Tunica County, MS $5,688
Union County, MS $4,827
Walthall County, MS $5,120
Warren County, MS $4,811
Washington County, MS $6,635
Wayne County, MS $5,770
Webster County, MS $5,020
Winston County, MS $4,787
Yalobusha County, MS $6,904

Funeral Costs By Service

Service Average Cost
Basic Services $1,801
Viewing and Visitation $297
Funeral Ceremony $388
Graveside Service $37
Transport of Remains $277
Direct Burial $235
Direct Cremation $1,728
Embalming $651

Cities in Mississippi