Today, the average cost of a funeral and burial may run around $8,500 according to survey conducted on behalf of the National Funeral Director's Association.
That figure is based on the cost of expenses related to a funeral and burial including the cost of a burial plot, casket, flowers, headstone and vault, if needed.
Before choosing the right amount of coverage make sure you consider how much money you already have saved for the purpose of covering the cost of your final expenses.
To learn more, read this article: How much burial insurance do I need?