Summary: Direct cremation in Salt Lake County is $995 through Utah Simple Cremations. We serve every Salt Lake County family with no travel surcharge and 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in the county. Call (801) 910-5317.
Salt Lake County is home to our crematory facility at 2350 E 1300 S and the heart of our service area. From the downtown core to the Wasatch Front foothills and the Oquirrh Mountain communities of the southwest valley, we serve every Salt Lake County family with the same flat $995 direct cremation price, 24-hour availability, and the assurance that your loved one never leaves our care.
Salt Lake County cremation pricing
Every Salt Lake County family pays the same base price — no upsells, no hidden fees, no funeral-director pressure.
Direct Cremation
Plus applicable Utah sales tax.
Individuals over 200 lbs require a larger container at a higher price.
Same base price for every Salt Lake County family. No distance surcharge anywhere in the county.
- Utah state cremation permit
- Basic cremation container
- Transport from anywhere in Salt Lake County
- The cremation itself
- Return of cremated remains
Want a memorial or cemetery niche?
Our full General Price List shows every add-on, and the cremation packages page covers the cemetery niche option for families who want a permanent place of interment.
Cremation with cemetery niche — from $2150.
Salt Lake County service facts
- County seat
- Salt Lake City
- Largest city
- Salt Lake City
- Distance surcharge
- None — all of Salt Lake County is within 50 miles
- Direct cremation price
- $995 base price (+ applicable tax)
- Availability
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Death certificates
- Salt Lake County Health Department — Vital Records — 788 E Woodoak Ln, Salt Lake City, UT 84107
Cities we serve in Salt Lake County
We provide direct cremation in every Salt Lake County community. Tap any city for local details.
Hospitals and hospices we transport from
24-hour transport from every hospital, hospice, and care facility in Salt Lake County.
Intermountain Medical Center
Murray, Utah
University of Utah Hospital
Salt Lake City, Utah
St. Mark's Hospital
Salt Lake City, Utah
LDS Hospital
Salt Lake City, Utah
Jordan Valley Medical Center
West Jordan, Utah
Lone Peak Hospital
Draper, Utah
What to do when a death occurs in Salt Lake County
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Call us
Call (801) 910-5317 any time, day or night. If a hospice or hospital is involved, the staff will typically also call us at your request.
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We dispatch transport
Our team travels to your location in Salt Lake County to bring your loved one into our care — with no distance surcharge anywhere in the county.
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We handle the paperwork
Our Cremation Specialists guide you through the death certificate (filed with Salt Lake County Health Department — Vital Records) and the Utah state cremation permit.
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Return of cremated remains
We return your loved one's cremated remains to you, typically within 7–10 days, in a temporary container or in any urn you select.
See our full When Death Occurs guide and Cremation Q&A for more detail.
Why Salt Lake County families choose Utah Simple Cremations
Transparent $995 pricing
Same base price for every Salt Lake County family. No surcharge for distance, no upsells, no surprises.
On-site crematory
Your loved one never leaves our care. We do not outsource any part of our services.
24-hour availability
We answer the phone day and night, including weekends and holidays.
ID protocol
A documented chain of identification from the moment we receive your loved one through the return of cremated remains.
Independently operated
No funeral chapel rentals, no upsells. We focus exclusively on simple, dignified cremation.
Local to Northern Utah
Our crematory at 2350 E 1300 S, Salt Lake City serves families across all of Salt Lake County and the wider Wasatch Front.
Frequently asked questions — Salt Lake County
How much does cremation cost in Salt Lake County?
Direct cremation through Utah Simple Cremations is $995 for Salt Lake County families. There is no travel surcharge because all of Salt Lake County is within 50 miles of our Salt Lake City crematory.
Do you provide transport from Salt Lake County hospitals?
Yes. We provide 24-hour transport from every hospital, hospice, and care facility in Salt Lake County, including Intermountain Medical Center, University of Utah Hospital, St. Mark's Hospital.
How long does the full cremation process take?
From the time we receive your loved one, the full cremation and return of cremated remains typically takes 7 to 10 days for Salt Lake County families.
Where do I get the death certificate for a Salt Lake County death?
Death certificates are processed through Salt Lake County Health Department — Vital Records, located at 788 E Woodoak Ln, Salt Lake City, UT 84107. We help families request and obtain copies as part of our service.
Can Salt Lake County families pre-plan their cremation?
Yes. Utah Simple Cremations offers pre-planning for Salt Lake County families with locked-in pricing. Visit our pre-planning page or call (801) 910-5317 to get started.
Speak with a Cremation Specialist
If you have questions or would like to begin arrangements for a Salt Lake County family, call us any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
Call (801) 910-5317