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10 Questions before buying a Headstone. Q: How much should your headstone cost? The price of a headstone as you may guess is relative to whom you buy it from. There are many factors that can affect its price. Ultimately education will determine how much you will pay for your headstone. That means that the more you know the less likely you are to be swindled. Most headstones will range between $388.00 to $7,000.00 depending upon the size, shape and color you chose. Most people, on average, spend between $400.00 and $1700.00 on a stone for 1 person. For 2 people the average is between $850.00 and $3200.00.
Headstones are made from various materials such as: Being one of the most beautiful and durable natural stones, granite has been a popular choice for making headstones. Granite is strong and can come in lovely colors. With granite, artisans can make skillfully carved intricate designs for headstones. As the durable quality of granite can stand the test of time for years it is the first choice amongst buyers shopping for memorial headstones. The metal alloy known as bronze has been regularly used for making headstones for centuries. Bronze headstones are popular as it does not need much maintenance. Bronze headstones are available in a wide variety of designs and options.