How Much Does a Funeral Cost in Huntington, West Virginia?

Huntington sits at the heart of the Tri-State area where West Virginia, Ohio, and Kentucky meet — and families here have more funeral home options than most WV communities. With 14+ providers competing for your business, prices tend to be lower than average. Here's what to expect.

Prices are estimates based on Huntington-area funeral home data. Your costs will vary. Always request an itemized price list.

Huntington Funeral Cost Breakdown

Here's what each component of a traditional burial costs in the Huntington area:

Huntington families save roughly 24% compared to the national average on funeral home costs. The Tri-State area's competitive market — with funeral homes in Huntington, Ceredo-Kenova, Barboursville, and across the river in Ashland, KY and Ironton, OH — keeps pricing aggressive.

Cremation Costs in Huntington

Cremation is increasingly popular in the Tri-State area. Here's what the different options cost:

Several Huntington funeral homes have on-site crematories — including Reger Funeral Home (Ceredo-Kenova Chapel), Chapman's Mortuary, and Henson & Kitchen Mortuary. Having a local crematory means shorter turnaround times and potentially lower costs compared to funeral homes that outsource cremation.

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Funeral Homes in Huntington

Huntington and the surrounding Cabell County area have one of the highest concentrations of funeral homes in southern West Virginia:

With 14+ options in the Huntington area, price competition works in your favor. Call at least 3 funeral homes and ask for their General Price List before making a decision. Under the FTC Funeral Rule, they must provide prices over the phone.

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The Tri-State Advantage

Huntington families have a unique advantage: funeral homes on both sides of the Ohio River compete for your business. Providers in Ashland, KY (15 min drive) and Ironton, OH (10 min drive) are realistic options, especially for families with roots in multiple states.

Before choosing an out-of-state provider, be aware that:

• The funeral director handling arrangements must be licensed in the state where they practice
• Body transportation across state lines may involve additional paperwork and fees
• WV death certificates are issued by the WV Vital Registration Office regardless of where the funeral is held
• Burial or cremation can take place in a different state than where the death occurred

For most Huntington families, the convenience and cost savings of using a local WV funeral home outweigh the potential savings of crossing state lines.

How Huntington Compares to Other WV Cities

Huntington is one of the most affordable places in West Virginia for funeral services. The combination of Tri-State competition and a strong concentration of family-owned funeral homes keeps prices well below state and national averages.

5 Ways to Save on Funeral Costs in Huntington

1. 1. Compare at least 3 funeral homes — with 14+ options in the area, you have more leverage than families in smaller WV communities. A quick round of phone calls can reveal $1,500 to $3,000 in pricing differences.
2. 2. Use a funeral home with an on-site crematory — Reger, Chapman's, and Henson & Kitchen all have crematories. This eliminates third-party cremation fees that other funeral homes pass through.
3. 3. Consider direct cremation — at $1,200, it's $4,760 less than a traditional burial. Hold a memorial gathering at your church, Marshall University's campus chapel, or a family home afterward.
4. 4. Buy the casket online — Costco, Walmart, and Titan Casket sell caskets for $500 to $1,500. Funeral homes must accept them. This can save $1,000 to $3,000.
5. 5. Check veteran benefits — Cabell County has a significant veteran population. VA benefits can cover up to $2,004. The closest VA national cemeteries are in Grafton, WV (~200 miles) and Camp Nelson, KY (~150 miles).

Cemeteries in the Huntington Area

• Woodmere Memorial Park — Huntington's largest cemetery and memorial park
• Ridgelawn Memorial Park — Huntington, full-service cemetery
• Spring Hill Cemetery — Huntington, historic cemetery
• Forest Lawn Cemetery — Barboursville area
• White Chapel Memorial Gardens — Barboursville
• Grandview Memorial Park — Huntington area
• WV State Veterans Cemetery — contact WV Dept. of Veterans Assistance, (304) 558-3661

Cemetery plot costs in the Huntington area range from $800 to $1,800. Most cemeteries require a burial vault ($1,200 to $1,600).

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