Summary: Direct cremation in Layton, Utah is $995 through Utah Simple Cremations, including the Utah state cremation permit and basic container. There is no travel surcharge because Layton is within 50 miles of our Salt Lake City crematory. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Layton, and we are approximately 25 minutes away. Call (801) 910-5317.
Layton is Davis County's largest city, anchored by Hill Air Force Base and a community of more than 80,000 people stretching from the eastern bench to Antelope Drive and the wetlands edge of the Great Salt Lake. Many Layton families have a military connection through Hill AFB, and Utah Simple Cremations handles all VA paperwork and military honors coordination at no additional fee. We are about 25 minutes south of Layton via I-15, well inside our 50-mile no-surcharge service area, with the same flat $995 direct cremation price.
Layton cremation pricing
Every Layton 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 Layton family. No distance surcharge.
- Utah state cremation permit
- Basic cremation container
- Transport from Layton
- 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.
Layton service facts
- County
- Davis County (see hub)
- Drive time from our crematory
- ~25 min (24 mi)
- Distance surcharge
- None — within 50 miles
- ZIP codes served
- 84040, 84041
- 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 Layton care facilities, as well as from private residences.
Davis Hospital and Medical Center
1600 W Antelope Dr, Layton, UT 84041
Intermountain Layton Hospital
201 W Layton Pkwy, Layton, UT 84041
Hill Air Force Base Medical Group
Hill AFB, UT 84056
Intermountain Homecare & Hospice — Davis
Layton, Utah
CNS Hospice
Layton, Utah
Local cemeteries for interment of cremated remains
Many Layton families choose to inter cremated remains at a local cemetery. We coordinate with all of the following:
Kaysville City Cemetery
415 Crestwood Rd, Kaysville, UT 84037
Lindquist's Memorial Gardens of the Wasatch
1718 Combe Rd, South Ogden (serves Layton families)
Memorial Estates Cemetery
Bountiful, UT (serves Davis County)
Cremation vs. burial in Layton
A traditional burial in Layton 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 Layton |
|---|---|
| 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 Layton
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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 Layton — about 25 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 Layton 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 Davis County
Our crematory at 2350 E 1300 S, Salt Lake City is about 25 minutes from Layton.
Other communities near Layton we serve
Frequently asked questions — Layton
How much does direct cremation cost in Layton?
$995. The price includes the Utah state cremation permit and basic container, and there is no distance surcharge for Layton.
Do you transport from Layton hospitals and hospices?
Yes. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Layton. This includes Davis Hospital and Medical Center, Intermountain Layton Hospital, Hill Air Force Base Medical Group.
How long does cremation take in Layton?
From the time we receive your loved one, the full cremation and return of cremated remains typically takes 7 to 10 days.
Can Layton families pre-plan?
Yes. We offer pre-planning with locked-in pricing for Layton 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 Layton family, call us any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
Call (801) 910-5317