Casket prices compared, freight included
Caskets are the single largest line item in most funeral bills and the one with the widest markup. A 20-gauge steel casket that a direct shipper delivers for around $1,000 is routinely quoted at $2,500–$3,500 in a showroom.
Freight is what decides the real winner: two retailers can list within $30 of each other and differ by $200 delivered. Confirm the delivery window against the service date before ordering.
Landed cost — item plus shipping — across 55 vendors and 274,000+ products.
Check these before you compare price
- Interior length and width against the person's measurements
- Gauge (20 ga is standard steel; 18 ga is heavier) or wood species
- Guaranteed delivery date in writing, plus who receives it
- Cemetery vault or liner requirement, if any
Typical delivered price bands
| Tier | Delivered | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cremation casket | $400 – $900 | Cardboard or unfinished wood |
| 20-gauge steel | $900 – $1,500 | Most common burial casket |
| Hardwood | $1,400 – $3,000 | Oak, cherry, mahogany |
| Funeral-home retail | $2,000 – $5,000 | Comparable models, showroom price |
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Questions buyers ask
Can the funeral home refuse a casket I bought online?
No. Under the FTC Funeral Rule they must accept it and cannot add a handling charge. Give them the tracking number as soon as you order.
Does a sealed casket preserve remains?
There is no evidence a gasketed 'protective' casket meaningfully preserves remains. It is a comfort feature, not a preservation one — price it accordingly.
What about a rental casket?
For a viewing followed by cremation, a rental shell with an insert is usually $800–$1,300 and cheaper than buying. Ask for it by name; it is rarely offered.