Summary: Direct cremation in Ogden, Utah is $995 through Utah Simple Cremations, including the Utah state cremation permit and basic container. There is no travel surcharge because Ogden is within 50 miles of our Salt Lake City crematory. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Ogden, and we are approximately 40 minutes away. Call (801) 910-5317.
Ogden is Northern Utah's historic rail and industrial center, sitting at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains where the Weber and Ogden rivers meet. Today Ogden's downtown 25th Street, Weber State University, and easy access to Snowbasin and Powder Mountain anchor a community of roughly 90,000 people. When a death occurs in Ogden — at McKay-Dee Hospital, at Ogden Regional, at home in any Ogden neighborhood, or at a local hospice — Utah Simple Cremations provides 24-hour response. We are about 40 minutes south via I-15, within our 50-mile no-surcharge service area, with the same flat $995 direct cremation price as families in Salt Lake City.
Ogden cremation pricing
Every Ogden 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 Ogden family. No distance surcharge.
- Utah state cremation permit
- Basic cremation container
- Transport from Ogden
- 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.
Ogden service facts
- County
- Weber County (see hub)
- Drive time from our crematory
- ~40 min (38 mi)
- Distance surcharge
- None — within 50 miles
- ZIP codes served
- 84401, 84403, 84404, 84405, 84408
- 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 Ogden care facilities, as well as from private residences.
McKay-Dee Hospital (Intermountain)
4401 Harrison Blvd, Ogden, UT 84403
Ogden Regional Medical Center
5475 S 500 E, Ogden, UT 84405
Intermountain Homecare & Hospice — Ogden
Ogden, Utah
Hospice Promise
Ogden, Utah
Local cemeteries for interment of cremated remains
Many Ogden families choose to inter cremated remains at a local cemetery. We coordinate with all of the following:
Aultorest Memorial Park
836 36th St, Ogden, UT 84403
Ogden City Cemetery
1875 Monroe Blvd, Ogden, UT 84401
Lindquist's Memorial Park of Ogden
1718 Combe Rd, South Ogden, UT 84403
Cremation vs. burial in Ogden
A traditional burial in Ogden 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 Ogden |
|---|---|
| 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 Ogden
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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 Ogden — about 40 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 Ogden 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 Weber County
Our crematory at 2350 E 1300 S, Salt Lake City is about 40 minutes from Ogden.
Other communities near Ogden we serve
Frequently asked questions — Ogden
How much does direct cremation cost in Ogden?
$995. The price includes the Utah state cremation permit and basic container, and there is no distance surcharge for Ogden.
Do you transport from Ogden hospitals and hospices?
Yes. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Ogden. This includes McKay-Dee Hospital (Intermountain), Ogden Regional Medical Center.
How long does cremation take in Ogden?
From the time we receive your loved one, the full cremation and return of cremated remains typically takes 7 to 10 days.
Can Ogden families pre-plan?
Yes. We offer pre-planning with locked-in pricing for Ogden 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 Ogden family, call us any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
Call (801) 910-5317