Looks like I picked a good State to die in

While many Americans are concerned about the cost of living, few realize how high the cost of dying can be. In fact, nearly one in six Americans (15.39%) have taken on more than $1,000 of debt after a loved one’s death, according to a recent Debt.com survey.

In some states, death-related expenses pose a greater financial burden due to the high cost of funerals and end-of-life medical care.

To determine which states are the most expensive to die in, Forbes Advisor analyzed funeral costs and end-of-life medical expenses to calculate the total cost of dying in all 50 states.

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