How much does a burial plot cost?

The cost of a burial plot varies by location and the cemetery’s requirements, such as grave liners and maintenance. A burial plot in a city typically costs more than one in a rural area. A liner or a vault is placed in the ground before burial and helps prevent the ground from caving in over time. While state laws do not require liners or vaults, a cemetery might require one. Burial vaults are typically more expensive than grave liners. A cemetery could charge a fee to open a grave and fill it, as well as a fee to maintain it.

If you or your loved one is a veteran, there is no charge for a burial and grave marker in a national cemetery. Spouses and children of veterans may also be entitled to a lot and marker in a national cemetery. Contact the Department of Veteran Affairs for more information.

Your state might also have veteran cemeteries, and eligibility and requirements will vary by state.