Is Montana An Expensive Place To Die?

For some, the idea of dying is too much to take. Here's the thing: we're all going to die. Some of us sooner than later, but it's something we all have to deal with.

Now, when it comes to planning all of the "end of life" business, it can be a bit of a hassle, especially if the person who died didn't have a plan in place. Do you do a funeral? What about a celebration of life? Do they want to be buried? How about cremation?

Then, of course, there is the cost of everything. Breaking News: It's not cheap to die. Of course, some states are more expensive than others. So, the question is, is Montana an expensive place to die?

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Before we reveal the answer to the question, let's check out the safest places in Montana to call home.

According to the Sands of Time, Montana is one of the best places to die if you're looking to save some money. Only three states are cheaper than Montana when it comes to death. So, which states are they? Arkansas, Oregon, and Washington are cheaper than dying here in Big Sky Country.

So, if Montana is ranked 47th, how much does it cost to die in the Treasure State? According to the data, the total price is just over 7,700 dollars. Now, you might be asking what that includes? Well, let's look at the breakdown:

• Basic Services
• Transfer to Funeral Home
• Embalming
• Dressing and Casketing
• Viewing
• Ceremony
• Funeral Services
• Utility Vehicle
• Median-Prices Casket

For those who are curious, the most expensive state to die in is...Minnesota, where the average cost is over 9600 dollars. It should be noted that cremations are typically cheaper.

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