Funeral Laws & Costs in Hawaii - 2026 Consumer Guide
Hawaii has 1 cities in our database with funeral cost data. The state's consumer protection grade is B, regulated by the Hawaii Funeral and Cemetery Program. Use this guide to understand your rights and avoid overpaying.
Hawaii Consumer Protection Overview
Regulatory Body
Hawaii Funeral and Cemetery Program
Protection Grade
B
Complaint Resolution
Avg 40 days
Small Estate Threshold
$100,000
Your Consumer Rights in Hawaii
- Right to itemized price disclosure
- Right to purchase only selected services
- Right to use outside casket
- Right to written funeral contract
Key Hawaii Funeral Laws
- Hawaii follows FTC Funeral Rule
- Embalming NOT required in Hawaii
- Hawaii small estate affidavit: $100,000 threshold
Hawaii: Embalming & Other Rules
Embalming required?
No. Hawaii does NOT require embalming in most circumstances. Any funeral home insisting on embalming without your consent may be violating your rights.
Cooling-off period: Hawaii has cooling-off provisions for preneed contracts
Compare Funeral Costs by City in Hawaii
1 cities with pricing data. Click any city to compare costs.
| City | Cremation Avg | Burial Avg | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu | $3,500 | $12,000 | ~28 |
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