Summary: Direct cremation in Sandy, Utah is $995 through Utah Simple Cremations, including the Utah state cremation permit and basic container. There is no travel surcharge because Sandy is within 50 miles of our Salt Lake City crematory. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Sandy, and we are approximately 20 minutes away. Call (801) 910-5317.
Sandy sits against the Wasatch Mountains in the southeast Salt Lake Valley, a community of roughly 95,000 people at the gateway to Little and Big Cottonwood Canyons. When a death occurs in Sandy — at Intermountain Alta View Hospital, at home anywhere from the east bench to the valley floor, or at a local hospice — Utah Simple Cremations responds 24 hours a day with a transparent $995 direct cremation and no distance surcharge. We are about 20 minutes from Sandy, well inside our 50-mile service area, and your loved one never leaves our care from receipt through the return of their cremated remains.
Sandy cremation pricing
Every Sandy 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 Sandy family. No distance surcharge.
- Utah state cremation permit
- Basic cremation container
- Transport from Sandy
- 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.
Sandy service facts
- County
- Salt Lake County (see hub)
- Drive time from our crematory
- ~20 min (15 mi)
- Distance surcharge
- None — within 50 miles
- ZIP codes served
- 84070, 84090, 84091, 84092, 84093, 84094
- 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 Sandy care facilities, as well as from private residences.
Intermountain Alta View Hospital
9660 S 1300 E, Sandy, UT 84094
Lone Peak Hospital (MountainStar)
11925 S State St, Draper, UT 84020
Elevation Hospice of Utah
Draper, Utah
Intermountain Homecare & Hospice
Salt Lake City, Utah
Local cemeteries for interment of cremated remains
Many Sandy families choose to inter cremated remains at a local cemetery. We coordinate with all of the following:
Larkin Sunset Gardens
1950 E 10600 S, Sandy, UT 84092
Crescent Cemetery
11105 S State St, Sandy, UT 84070
Cremation vs. burial in Sandy
A traditional burial in Sandy 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 Sandy |
|---|---|
| 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 Sandy
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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 Sandy — about 20 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 Sandy 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 20 minutes from Sandy.
Other communities near Sandy we serve
Frequently asked questions — Sandy
How much does direct cremation cost in Sandy?
$995. The price includes the Utah state cremation permit and basic container, and there is no distance surcharge for Sandy.
Do you transport from Sandy hospitals and hospices?
Yes. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Sandy. This includes Intermountain Alta View Hospital, Lone Peak Hospital (MountainStar).
How long does cremation take in Sandy?
From the time we receive your loved one, the full cremation and return of cremated remains typically takes 7 to 10 days.
Can Sandy families pre-plan?
Yes. We offer pre-planning with locked-in pricing for Sandy 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 Sandy family, call us any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
Call (801) 910-5317