Summary: Direct cremation in Tooele, Utah is $995 through Utah Simple Cremations, including the Utah state cremation permit and basic container. There is no travel surcharge because Tooele is within 50 miles of our Salt Lake City crematory. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Tooele, and we are approximately 35 minutes away. Call (801) 910-5317.
Tooele sits west of the Oquirrh Mountains along the SR-36 corridor, the seat of Tooele County and a community of roughly 40,000 people with deep ties to mining, the Tooele Army Depot, and the Stansbury Park-Erda agricultural valleys. When a death occurs in Tooele — at Mountain West Medical Center, at home anywhere in town, or at a local hospice — Utah Simple Cremations responds 24 hours a day. We are about 35 minutes east via I-80, within our 50-mile no-surcharge service area, with the same flat $995 direct cremation price as families in Salt Lake City.
Tooele cremation pricing
Every Tooele 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 Tooele family. No distance surcharge.
- Utah state cremation permit
- Basic cremation container
- Transport from Tooele
- 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.
Tooele service facts
- County
- Tooele County (see hub)
- Drive time from our crematory
- ~35 min (33 mi)
- Distance surcharge
- None — within 50 miles
- ZIP codes served
- 84074
- 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 Tooele care facilities, as well as from private residences.
Mountain West Medical Center
2055 N Main St, Tooele, UT 84074
Mountain West Medical Center Hospice
Tooele, Utah
Intermountain Homecare & Hospice — Tooele
Tooele, Utah
Local cemeteries for interment of cremated remains
Many Tooele families choose to inter cremated remains at a local cemetery. We coordinate with all of the following:
Tooele City Cemetery
361 S 100 E, Tooele, UT 84074
Grantsville City Cemetery
Grantsville, UT 84029
Cremation vs. burial in Tooele
A traditional burial in Tooele 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 Tooele |
|---|---|
| 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 Tooele
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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 Tooele — about 35 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 Tooele 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 Tooele County
Our crematory at 2350 E 1300 S, Salt Lake City is about 35 minutes from Tooele.
Other communities near Tooele we serve
Frequently asked questions — Tooele
How much does direct cremation cost in Tooele?
$995. The price includes the Utah state cremation permit and basic container, and there is no distance surcharge for Tooele.
Do you transport from Tooele hospitals and hospices?
Yes. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Tooele. This includes Mountain West Medical Center.
How long does cremation take in Tooele?
From the time we receive your loved one, the full cremation and return of cremated remains typically takes 7 to 10 days.
Can Tooele families pre-plan?
Yes. We offer pre-planning with locked-in pricing for Tooele 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 Tooele family, call us any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
Call (801) 910-5317