Direct cremation in Wyoming: cost & providers
Median direct cremation · Wyoming
Direct cremation in Wyoming typically costs between $850 and $3,700 — 11% below the national average. About 72% of Wyoming families choose cremation, above the national average. Below are the state's requirements and city-level pricing.
Ranges are estimates from public pricing, so verify exact prices with local providers.
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Direct cremation in Wyoming
Legal & logistics
Pending verification- Waiting period
- A short waiting period after death may apply before cremation can proceed.
- Permits & authorisation
- A cremation permit and an authorisation form signed by the next of kin are typically required.
- Scattering ashes
- Scattering on private land is generally allowed with permission; public land and waterways have their own rules. At sea, the federal EPA rule requires scattering at least 3 nautical miles from shore.
- State regulator
- Wyoming State Board of Embalming, the body that licenses providers and handles complaints.
General guidance for Wyoming. Confirm current rules with the relevant state authority before making arrangements.
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Direct cremation costs across Wyoming
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Top-rated providers
Top-rated cremation providers in Wyoming
Some of the highest-rated funeral homes and crematories across Wyoming, based on public reviews. Confirm current pricing and services with each provider.
Dei Gratia Urns® - Best Cremation Urns for Human Ashes, Funeral Urns for Ashes, Keepsake Urns, Brass Urns Manufacturer in USA
1309 Coffeen Ave, Sheridan, WY 82801, USA
Sheridan Funeral Home , Sheridan WY
1423 Odell Ct, Sheridan, WY 82801, USA
Walker Funeral Home
410 S Medical Arts Ct, Gillette, WY 82716, USA
Champion Funeral Home
689 Meridian St, Sheridan, WY 82801, USA
Bustard & Jacoby Funerals, Cremation & Receptions
600 CY Ave, Casper, WY 82601, USA
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions
710 E 2nd St, Casper, WY 82601, USA
Wiederspahn Radomsky Chapel Of The Chimes
1900 E 19th St, Cheyenne, WY 82001, USA
Listings are drawn from public sources and are not an endorsement.
What's included
- Transfer of your loved one into the funeral home's care
- Required paperwork and the cremation permit
- The cremation itself
- A basic container and return of the ashes
What to watch for
- Hidden add-ons — urns, viewings, or memorial packages you may not need
- “Cremation” quotes that are really full-service with extras bundled in
- Mileage or transfer fees outside a set radius
- Pressure to decide quickly — a reputable provider gives you time
Frequently asked
- How much does a direct cremation cost in Wyoming?
- In Wyoming, direct cremation typically ranges from $850 to $3,700, with a typical price around $2,050. Paying much above this usually means extras are bundled in.
- What is direct cremation?
- Direct cremation is a cremation carried out shortly after death, without a viewing or funeral service beforehand. Families can hold a memorial later, on their own terms — which is part of why it costs less.
- Is direct cremation the cheapest option in Wyoming?
- It's usually the lowest-cost option available, because it removes the service, casket, embalming and viewing. A traditional funeral with burial often costs several times more.
- Can I still hold a memorial?
- Yes. Many families choose direct cremation precisely so they can hold a personal memorial later — at home, outdoors, or whenever loved ones can gather.