Funeral Laws & Costs in Missouri - 2026 Consumer Guide
Missouri has 6 cities in our database with funeral cost data. The state's consumer protection grade is C, regulated by the Missouri State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors. Use this guide to understand your rights and avoid overpaying.
Missouri Consumer Protection Overview
Regulatory Body
Missouri State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors
Protection Grade
C
Complaint Resolution
Avg 45 days
Small Estate Threshold
$40,000
Your Consumer Rights in Missouri
- Right to itemized GPL
- Right to select only needed services
- Right to use outside casket
- Right to written statement of all charges
Key Missouri Funeral Laws
- Missouri follows FTC Funeral Rule
- Embalming NOT required in Missouri
- Missouri small estate: $40,000 threshold
Missouri: Embalming & Other Rules
Embalming required?
No. Missouri does NOT require embalming in most circumstances. Any funeral home insisting on embalming without your consent may be violating your rights.
Cooling-off period: No specific cooling-off period in Missouri
Compare Funeral Costs by City in Missouri
6 cities with pricing data. Click any city to compare costs.
| City | Cremation Avg | Burial Avg | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $2,450 | $8,100 | ~42 |
| Kansas City | $2,450 | $8,100 | ~42 |
| St Louis | $2,400 | $8,100 | ~25 |
| Springfield | $2,400 | $8,100 | ~13 |
| Springfield | $2,400 | $8,100 | ~13 |
| Columbia | $2,400 | $8,100 | ~10 |
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