Summary: Direct cremation in Taylorsville, Utah is $995 through Utah Simple Cremations, including the Utah state cremation permit and basic container. There is no travel surcharge because Taylorsville is within 50 miles of our Salt Lake City crematory. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Taylorsville, and we are approximately 15 minutes away. Call (801) 910-5317.
Taylorsville sits in the central Salt Lake Valley along the Jordan River, a community of roughly 60,000 people between West Valley City and Murray. When a death occurs in Taylorsville — at nearby Intermountain Medical Center, at Holy Cross Hospital's Jordan Valley campus, at home, 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 only about 15 minutes from Taylorsville, well within our 50-mile service area, and your loved one never leaves our care.
Taylorsville cremation pricing
Every Taylorsville 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 Taylorsville family. No distance surcharge.
- Utah state cremation permit
- Basic cremation container
- Transport from Taylorsville
- 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.
Taylorsville service facts
- County
- Salt Lake County (see hub)
- Drive time from our crematory
- ~15 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 Taylorsville care facilities, as well as from private residences.
Intermountain Medical Center
5121 S Cottonwood St, Murray, UT 84107
Holy Cross Hospital – Jordan Valley
3580 W 9000 S, West Jordan, UT 84088
Intermountain Homecare & Hospice
Salt Lake City, Utah
Bristol Hospice — Utah
Murray, Utah
Local cemeteries for interment of cremated remains
Many Taylorsville families choose to inter cremated remains at a local cemetery. We coordinate with all of the following:
Valley View Memorial Park
4335 W 4100 S, West Valley City, UT 84120
Murray City Cemetery
5490 S Vine St, Murray, UT 84107
Cremation vs. burial in Taylorsville
A traditional burial in Taylorsville 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 Taylorsville |
|---|---|
| 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 Taylorsville
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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 Taylorsville — about 15 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 Taylorsville 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 15 minutes from Taylorsville.
Other communities near Taylorsville we serve
Frequently asked questions — Taylorsville
How much does direct cremation cost in Taylorsville?
$995. The price includes the Utah state cremation permit and basic container, and there is no distance surcharge for Taylorsville.
Do you transport from Taylorsville hospitals and hospices?
Yes. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Taylorsville. This includes Intermountain Medical Center, Holy Cross Hospital – Jordan Valley.
How long does cremation take in Taylorsville?
From the time we receive your loved one, the full cremation and return of cremated remains typically takes 7 to 10 days.
Can Taylorsville families pre-plan?
Yes. We offer pre-planning with locked-in pricing for Taylorsville 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 Taylorsville family, call us any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
Call (801) 910-5317