Utah Funeral & Cremation Costs
Dataset snapshot: 2026-08-30 · Source year and coverage vary by page.
1 cities with pricing data · Compare cremation, burial and cemetery costs across Utah
Quick Answer
Average cremation cost in Utah: $975 (direct) to $2800 (with service)
Utah Funeral & Cremation Costs: State Overview
Utah has the lowest cremation rate of any US state at approximately 40%, driven by the large Latter-day Saint (Mormon) population, which strongly prefers traditional burial. Direct cremation in Salt Lake City starts at $595. Funeral costs are moderate and the burial market is large and competitive.
Utah Funeral Regulations
Utah does not require embalming. The Utah Division of Professional Licensing regulates funeral establishments and enforces the FTC Funeral Rule. Because burial is the cultural norm, Utah has a high density of full-service funeral homes.
Utah Cost Range Summary
| Service | Low Range | Average | High Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Cremation | $595 | $975 | $2,100 |
| Cremation with Memorial | $1,500 | $2,800 | $5,000 |
| Full Traditional Burial | $4,700 | $7,300 | $13,000 |
| Cemetery Plot | $900 | $2,000 | $4,500 |
Veterans Benefits in Utah
Utah has no federal VA national cemetery. The Utah Veterans Cemetery at Camp Williams near Salt Lake City provides free burial for eligible veterans and their families.
Veterans Burial Benefits in Utah
If the deceased was a veteran, burial in a VA national cemetery is free — the plot, opening and closing, headstone, and flag are all covered, plus a cash burial allowance of $300-$2,000.
Green Burial Options in Utah
Utah Cities — Funeral Cost Comparison
Salt Lake City Funeral & Cremation Costs 2026
Cremation from $595 · Burial from $4700
Metro population: 1,257,936