The average cost of a $100,000 whole life insurance policy is about $88 a month, or $1,056 a year, based on our analysis of whole life insurance quotes for a 30-year-old nonsmoker in good health. Whole life insurance offers permanent coverage, meaning it typically lasts your lifetime as long as you pay your premiums.

Cost Breakdown of $50,000 Life Insurance Term Life Insurance: For a 30-year-old non-smoker, a 20-year term might cost around $10 to $15 per month. However, for a 50-year-old smoker, the cost might jump to $40 to $60 per month.

Typically, a 50 to 55 year old man can expect to pay around $54 to $78 per month for a 20 year term life insurance policy with a death benefit of $300,000 - women will pay around 25% less. Get Your Own Life Insurance Rates!

The average cost of life insurance for a $500,000 term policy is $29 per month. This coverage offers more than just funeral expense relief; it can also cover mortgage payments, educational costs and daily living expenses for years. While many insurers offer this policy, costs and benefits can vary.