About Cremation Institute
We've been a trusted source of cremation advice since 2013 — independent, plain-English guidance for families making end-of-life decisions, with no sales pressure.
Why we exist
End-of-life decisions are hard enough without confusing pricing and hard sells. Cremation Institute was founded in 2013 to give families clear, honest answers about what cremation really costs and what their options are.
We're not a funeral home or a cremation provider. We don't sell cremations. That independence is the whole point — it lets us tell you what to expect and what counts as a fair price, without an incentive to upsell you.
What we do
We research cremation pricing across the country, review the major providers, and explain the choices in plain English — from direct cremation to memorials and keepsakes.
- •Typical cremation costs by state, with free tools to check your area
- •Independent reviews of the national cremation providers
- •Practical guides on options, memorials and what to do with ashes
How we stay independent
Our guidance is free to read. We fund the work through advertising and affiliate partnerships — when we link to some products or services, we may earn a commission. This never changes what we recommend or the prices we report, and we disclose it clearly.
A note on accuracy
Prices change and vary by location, so the figures we publish are guides, not quotes. Always confirm exact prices with local providers before making a decision. If you spot something that looks out of date, we'd genuinely like to hear about it.