how much does it cost to get a birth certificate
1 As mentioned earlier, the cost to have a birth certificate varies by state. 2  The state of Texas offers different ways to acquire birth certificates and the price range anywhere from $22 to $30.3  More information can be found on the site of the Texas Department of State Health Services. Offline application methods are also available, but you will have to visit the specific governing body that processes the birth certificate. 2  On average, getting a birth certificate copy from your state is going to vary anywhere from $20 to as much as $90.