Summary: Direct cremation in West Valley City, Utah is $995 through Utah Simple Cremations, including the Utah state cremation permit and basic container. There is no travel surcharge because West Valley City is within 50 miles of our Salt Lake City crematory. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in West Valley City, and we are approximately 15 minutes away. Call (801) 910-5317.
West Valley City is Utah's second-largest city, a diverse community of more than 140,000 people stretching across the western Salt Lake Valley from Redwood Road to the Oquirrh foothills. When a death occurs in West Valley City — at Holy Cross Hospital's West Valley campus, at home anywhere from Hunter to Granger, or at a local care facility — Utah Simple Cremations provides 24-hour transport and a flat $995 direct cremation. We are about 15 minutes from West Valley City, well within our 50-mile no-surcharge service area, and we serve every family the same way, with no upsells and no hidden fees.
West Valley City cremation pricing
Every West Valley 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 West Valley City family. No distance surcharge.
- Utah state cremation permit
- Basic cremation container
- Transport from West Valley 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.
West Valley City service facts
- County
- Salt Lake County (see hub)
- Drive time from our crematory
- ~15 min (10 mi)
- Distance surcharge
- None — within 50 miles
- ZIP codes served
- 84119, 84120, 84128
- 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 West Valley City care facilities, as well as from private residences.
Holy Cross Hospital – West Valley
3460 S 4155 W, West Valley City, UT 84120
Holy Cross Hospital – Jordan Valley
3580 W 9000 S, West Jordan, UT 84088
Bristol Hospice — Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
Elevation Hospice of Utah
Draper, Utah
Local cemeteries for interment of cremated remains
Many West Valley City 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
Memorial Redwood Mortuary & Cemetery
6500 S Redwood Rd, West Jordan, UT
Cremation vs. burial in West Valley City
A traditional burial in West Valley 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 West Valley 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 West Valley 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 West Valley City — 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 West Valley City families choose Utah Simple Cremations
Transparent $995 pricing
Base-price 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 West Valley City.
Other communities near West Valley City we serve
Frequently asked questions — West Valley City
How much does direct cremation cost in West Valley City?
$995. The price includes the Utah state cremation permit and basic container, and there is no distance surcharge for West Valley City.
Do you transport from West Valley City hospitals and hospices?
Yes. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in West Valley City. This includes Holy Cross Hospital – West Valley, Holy Cross Hospital – Jordan Valley.
How long does cremation take in West Valley City?
From the time we receive your loved one, the full cremation and return of cremated remains typically takes 7 to 10 days.
Can West Valley City families pre-plan?
Yes. We offer pre-planning with locked-in pricing for West Valley 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 West Valley City family, call us any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
Call (801) 910-5317