Summary: Direct cremation in Highland, Utah is $995 through Utah Simple Cremations, including the Utah state cremation permit and basic container. There is no travel surcharge because Highland is within 50 miles of our Salt Lake City crematory. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Highland, and we are approximately 38 minutes away. Call (801) 910-5317.
Highland is a quiet community of roughly 20,000 people in northern Utah County between American Fork and Alpine, against the Wasatch foothills. When a death occurs in Highland — at nearby American Fork Hospital or Holy Cross Hospital's Mountain Point campus in Lehi, at home, or at a local hospice — Utah Simple Cremations provides 24-hour transport and a transparent $995 direct cremation. We are about 38 minutes from Highland via I-15, within our 50-mile no-surcharge service area.
Highland cremation pricing
Every Highland family pays the same base price. No upsells, no hidden fees.
Direct Cremation
Plus applicable Utah sales tax.
Individuals over 200 lbs require a larger container at a higher price.
Same base price for every Highland family. No distance surcharge.
- Utah state cremation permit
- Basic cremation container
- Transport from Highland
- The cremation itself
- Return of cremated remains
See the full price list
Our General Price List shows every add-on, and the cremation packages page covers the cemetery niche option.
Cremation with cemetery niche — from $2150.
Highland service facts
- County
- Utah County (see hub)
- Drive time from our crematory
- ~38 min ( mi)
- Distance surcharge
- None — within 50 miles
- Direct cremation price
- $995 base price (+ applicable tax)
- Availability
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Hospitals and hospices we transport from
24-hour transport from any of these Highland care facilities, as well as from private residences.
American Fork Hospital (Intermountain)
170 N 1100 E, American Fork, UT 84003
Holy Cross Hospital – Mountain Point
3000 N Triumph Blvd, Lehi, UT 84043
Rocky Mountain Hospice – Utah County
Orem, Utah
Bristol Hospice
Murray, Utah
Local cemeteries for interment of cremated remains
Many Highland families choose to inter cremated remains at a local cemetery. We coordinate with all of the following:
Highland City Cemetery
6200 W 11000 N, Highland, UT 84003
Alpine City Cemetery
300 N Grove Dr, Alpine, UT 84004
Cremation vs. burial in Highland
A traditional burial in Highland typically runs $10,000–$15,000 once you include the casket, vault, plot, headstone, embalming, viewing, and funeral service. A direct cremation through Utah Simple Cremations is $995 — a difference of roughly 90%.
| Service | Typical cost in Highland |
|---|---|
| Direct cremation (USC) | $995 |
| Cremation with cemetery niche | ~$2150 |
| Traditional funeral and burial | $10,000–$15,000+ |
See our full cost comparison for the detailed breakdown.
What to do when a death occurs in Highland
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Call us
Call (801) 910-5317 any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
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We dispatch transport
We dispatch transport from Salt Lake City to Highland — about 38 minutes — with no distance surcharge.
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We handle the paperwork
Death certificate, Utah state cremation permit, and any other required forms.
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Return of cremated remains
Within 7–10 days, in a temporary container or any urn you select.
See our full When Death Occurs guide.
Why Highland families choose Utah Simple Cremations
Transparent $995 pricing
All-inclusive base cremation. No upsells or hidden fees.
On-site crematory
Your loved one never leaves our care.
ID protocol
Documented chain of identification from receipt through return of cremated remains.
24-hour availability
Day, night, weekends, and holidays.
Independently operated
We focus exclusively on simple, dignified cremation.
Local to Utah County
Our crematory at 2350 E 1300 S, Salt Lake City is about 38 minutes from Highland.
Other communities near Highland we serve
Frequently asked questions — Highland
How much does direct cremation cost in Highland?
$995. The price includes the Utah state cremation permit and basic container, and there is no distance surcharge for Highland.
Do you transport from Highland hospitals and hospices?
Yes. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Highland. This includes American Fork Hospital (Intermountain), Holy Cross Hospital – Mountain Point.
How long does cremation take in Highland?
From the time we receive your loved one, the full cremation and return of cremated remains typically takes 7 to 10 days.
Can Highland families pre-plan?
Yes. We offer pre-planning with locked-in pricing for Highland families. Call (801) 910-5317 to get started.
Speak with a Cremation Specialist
If you have questions or would like to begin arrangements for a Highland family, call us any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
Call (801) 910-5317