Death records search by state
Certified death certificates come from the state where the death happened. Pick the state for its office, fee and official site. To find a person's relatives or last address first, search their name.
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Fee for a certified copy from the CDC National Center for Health Statistics, Where to Write for Vital Records, read November 15, 2026. Confirm on the state's site before you pay.
Questions
Where do I get a death certificate?
From the vital records office of the state where the death happened, not the state where the person lived or where you live. Pick the state below for its office, fee and official site.
How much does a death certificate cost?
It depends on the state. In the CDC directory the fee for a certified copy ranges from $5 (Florida, New Mexico) to $34 (Michigan). Each state page shows its fee and when the CDC last reviewed it.
How do I find out if someone died?
Search for an obituary by their name and the city they lived in. If you lost touch, a people search shows the last known addresses and relatives tied to the name, which tells you where to look and who to ask.
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