Summary: Direct cremation in Salt Lake City, Utah is $995 through Utah Simple Cremations, including the Utah state cremation permit and basic container. There is no travel surcharge because Salt Lake City is within 50 miles of our Salt Lake City crematory. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Salt Lake City, and we are approximately 5 minutes away. Call (801) 910-5317.
Salt Lake City is Utah's capital and the heart of our service area, home to roughly 200,000 residents from the downtown core and the Avenues to the east-bench neighborhoods below the Wasatch Mountains. Our crematory sits right here in the city, only minutes from the University of Utah Hospital, LDS Hospital, and the city's hospice care facilities. When a death occurs in Salt Lake City — at a hospital, at home in any neighborhood, or at a care facility — Utah Simple Cremations responds 24 hours a day with a transparent $995 direct cremation and no distance surcharge. Your loved one never leaves our care, from the moment we receive them through the return of their cremated remains.
Salt Lake City cremation pricing
Every Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City family. No distance surcharge.
- Utah state cremation permit
- Basic cremation container
- Transport from Salt Lake City
- 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.
Salt Lake City service facts
- County
- Salt Lake County (see hub)
- Drive time from our crematory
- ~5 min (2 mi)
- Distance surcharge
- None — within 50 miles
- ZIP codes served
- 84101, 84102, 84103, 84104, 84105, 84106, 84108, 84109, 84111, 84112, 84113, 84115, 84116, 84117, 84121
- 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 Salt Lake City care facilities, as well as from private residences.
University of Utah Hospital
50 N Medical Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84132
St. Mark's Hospital
1200 E 3900 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84124
LDS Hospital
8th Ave & C St, Salt Lake City, UT 84143
Intermountain Medical Center
5121 S Cottonwood St, Murray, UT 84107
Bristol Hospice — Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
Intermountain Homecare & Hospice
Salt Lake City, Utah
Canyon Home Care & Hospice
Salt Lake City, Utah
Local cemeteries for interment of cremated remains
Many Salt Lake City families choose to inter cremated remains at a local cemetery. We coordinate with all of the following:
Salt Lake City Cemetery
200 N St E, Salt Lake City, UT 84103
Mt. Olivet Cemetery
1342 E 500 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84102
Larkin Sunset Lawn
2350 E 1300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84108
Cremation vs. burial in Salt Lake City
A traditional burial in Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City |
|---|---|
| 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 Salt Lake City
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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 Salt Lake City — about 5 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake County
Our crematory at 2350 E 1300 S, Salt Lake City is about 5 minutes from Salt Lake City.
Other communities near Salt Lake City we serve
Frequently asked questions — Salt Lake City
How much does direct cremation cost in Salt Lake City?
$995. The price includes the Utah state cremation permit and basic container, and there is no distance surcharge for Salt Lake City.
Do you transport from Salt Lake City hospitals and hospices?
Yes. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Salt Lake City. This includes University of Utah Hospital, St. Mark's Hospital, LDS Hospital.
How long does cremation take in Salt Lake City?
From the time we receive your loved one, the full cremation and return of cremated remains typically takes 7 to 10 days.
Can Salt Lake City families pre-plan?
Yes. We offer pre-planning with locked-in pricing for Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City family, call us any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
Call (801) 910-5317