Death certificates
How much does a death certificate cost?
Short answer
California charges $24 per certified copy as of 2024. Some counties charge slightly more. Order extra copies upfront — reordering costs the same per copy.
What this usually means
California charges $24 per certified copy as of 2024. Some counties charge slightly more. Order extra copies upfront — reordering costs the same per copy.
What to do next
- Start the PathAfter checklist for situation-aware first steps.
- Find California county phone numbers for coroner, vital records, and local offices.
- Open the First 72 Hours Call Log before making calls.
- Open the Documents to Find Checklist when you are ready for paperwork.