Frequently Asked Questions
It is our mission to make the death care process as straightforward and as gentle as possible.
How does the cost of human composting compare to other options?
We strive to keep the price for human composting comparable to other death care options. According to the 2021 National Funeral Directors Association, the median cost of a funeral with cremation in 2021 in the United States was $6,970 and the median cost of a funeral with burial was $7,848.
The price of human composting at Recompose includes the transformation into soil, the opportunity to keep or donate soil, and a virtual ceremony. You can find full information about what is included here. A current list of pricing for all Recompose produce and services is available in our General Price List.