What are the price ranges for cremation?

Prices for human cremation range from $600 to $3000 depending on the region you live in and the type of services you choose. The average cost is approximately $1100 according to the Cremation Research Council. The cost is often higher if arranged through a funeral home rather than a crematory.

Though much more affordable than a full body burial, other charges are often added to the base price. These include the type of urn or container chosen, what is done with the remains, death certificate and copies as well as handling fees for the funeral home employees if a funeral home is used.