Cremation Services in Ohio

Compare 277 cremation providers across 1,069 cities. Average direct cremation: $2,000.

$2,000 Avg. Direct Cremation
55% Cremation Rate
277 Providers Listed
75,706 Est. Cremations/Year

Cremation Laws in Ohio

Waiting Period

24 hours

Alkaline Hydrolysis

Not yet legalized

Human Composting

Not yet legalized

Scattering Ashes

Permitted on private land with owner consent; no specific state restrictions

Additional Notes

24-hour waiting period. Coroner or medical examiner must authorize all cremations. Human composting bill HB591 was introduced in November 2025 but not yet passed.

Cremation Cost Breakdown in Ohio

Typical price ranges for cremation services in Ohio

ServiceLowAverageHigh
Direct Cremation Basic cremation with no ceremony. Includes transportation, paperwork, cremation, and return of remains in a simple container. $1,100 $1,700 $2,400
Cremation Memorial Cremation followed by a memorial service at the funeral home or other venue. May include a viewing before cremation. $3,600 $5,000 $6,400
Cremation Viewing Full-service cremation with visitation/viewing, funeral ceremony, and cremation. Requires embalming and casket rental. $4,400 $6,000 $8,000
Transport Transfer of remains from place of death to the cremation facility. Often included in package pricing. $300 $500 $800
Urn Basic Simple container for cremated remains. Ranges from a basic cardboard box (often included) to a modest urn. $40 $100 $300
Urn Premium Handcrafted or designer urn in materials like bronze, marble, ceramic, or hardwood. $200 $400 $1,000
Death Certificate Certified copies of the death certificate. Most families need 5-10 copies for insurance, banking, and legal purposes. $10 $20 $40
Traditional Burial Full traditional burial including casket, embalming, viewing, ceremony, burial plot, vault, and headstone. Shown for cost comparison. $7,000 $9,000 $12,000

The Cremation Process in Ohio

Step-by-step guide to cremation in Ohio

1

Obtain a Death Certificate

When a death occurs in Ohio, a physician or medical examiner must sign the death certificate. The funeral home or cremation provider typically handles filing with the Ohio vital records office. Order 8-12 certified copies ($20-$40 each) - you'll need them for insurance claims, bank accounts, and legal matters.

2

Choose a Cremation Provider

Compare providers in Ohio - our directory lists 277 across the state. The FTC's Funeral Rule requires all providers to give you an itemized General Price List over the phone or in person. Direct cremation in Ohio averages $2,000, but prices range from $1,100 to $2,400.

3

Complete Authorization

Ohio requires written authorization from the next of kin or legal representative before cremation can proceed. There is a 24 hours mandatory waiting period after death. The medical examiner or coroner must also approve the cremation in most cases.

4

Transportation & Preparation

The cremation provider will transport the deceased from the place of death (hospital, home, nursing facility) to their facility. In Ohio, transportation typically costs $300-$800. For direct cremation, no embalming is required. If a viewing is planned, embalming may be necessary.

5

The Cremation Process

The cremation takes place in a specialized chamber called a cremation retort at 1,400-1,800°F. The process takes 2-3 hours. Afterward, the remains are processed into a fine powder (cremains) weighing 3-7 pounds.

6

Receive the Cremated Remains

Cremated remains are returned to the family within 3-10 business days, typically in a basic container or urn. In Ohio, you can keep the remains at home, inter them in a cemetery columbarium, scatter them following state guidelines, or choose a memorial option like a cremation garden or reef burial. Scattering rules: Permitted on private land with owner consent; no specific state restrictions

Cremation vs. Burial in Ohio

Cost Comparison

Direct cremation in Ohio: $1,100-$2,400. Traditional burial: $7,000-$12,000. Cremation is typically 60-80% less expensive. Even full-service cremation with a ceremony costs significantly less than burial.

Environmental Impact

Cremation uses fewer land resources than burial. Traditional burial involves embalming chemicals, a casket, and a concrete vault. Alkaline hydrolysis (water cremation) is an emerging greener option.

Flexibility

Cremation offers more flexibility for memorial services - they can be held anytime, anywhere, without the time pressure of traditional burial. Families can split remains among multiple urns, scatter in meaningful locations, or create memorial products. 55% of Ohio families now choose cremation.

Timeline

Ohio requires a 24 hours waiting period before cremation. Traditional burial typically occurs within 3-7 days. Cremation can happen within 1-5 days after the waiting period, and memorial services can be planned at any later date.

Cremation Providers in Ohio

200 providers listed

Cook & Son - Pallay Funeral Home

Columbus, OH

1631 Parsons Avenue

Culiman Funeral Services

Columbus, OH

3700 Refugee Road

Edwards Funeral Service

Columbus, OH

1166 Parsons Avenue

Heart and Hope Funeral Home

Columbus, OH

2741 Cleveland Avenue

Long Funeral Home

Columbus, OH

Maeder-Quint & Tiberi Funeral Home

Columbus, OH

1068 South High Street

Mausoleum

Columbus, OH

OR Woodyard Funeral Services

Columbus, OH

1346 South High Street

Schoedinger

Columbus, OH

1740 Zollinger Road

Schoedinger East

Columbus, OH

5360 Livingston Avenue

Shaw-Davis Funeral Home

Columbus, OH

34 West Second Avenue

Skunza Funeral Service

Columbus, OH

5819 Columbus Square

Busch Funeral Home

Cleveland, OH

4334 Pearl Road

Carey Funeral Home

Cleveland, OH

Craciun Berry Funeral Home

Cleveland, OH

7200 Detroit Avenue

E. F. Boyd & Son Funeral Home

Cleveland, OH

2165 E 89th Street

Fortuna Funeral Home

Cleveland, OH

5316 Fleet

HM Martin Funeral Home

Cleveland, OH

3856 East 131st Street

Miller-Mcfall-Rogers Funeral Home

Cleveland, OH

8608 Quincy Avenue

Pernel Jones & Sons Funeral Home

Cleveland, OH

7120 Cedar Avenue

Ripepi & Sons

Cleveland, OH

Slone & Co. Funeral Directors

Cleveland, OH

13115 Lorain Avenue

Strawbridge Memorial Chapel

Cleveland, OH

3934 Lee Road

Thomas G Smith Funeral Home

Cleveland, OH

14601 Saint Clair Avenue

Brater Winter Funeral Home

Cincinnati, OH

138 Monitor Avenue

Geo. H. Rohde & Son Funeral Home

Cincinnati, OH

3183 Linwood Avenue

Hodapp Funeral Homes

Cincinnati, OH

6041 Hamilton Avenue

Jamison, Jamison and Brown Funeral Homes

Cincinnati, OH

3437 Montgomery Road

Moore Family Funeral Homes

Cincinnati, OH

6708 Main Street

Paul R. Young Funeral Home

Cincinnati, OH

7345 Hamilton Avenue

Spring Grove Funeral Home

Cincinnati, OH

2620 Erie Avenue

Walker Funeral Home

Cincinnati, OH

2625 Gilbert Avenue

David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, Inc.

Toledo, OH

5300 North Summit Street

Habegger Funeral Services

Toledo, OH

2001 Consaul Street

Dunn-Quigley

Akron, OH

Harris Funeral Home

Dayton, OH

49 Linden Avenue

Schlientz and Moore Funeral Home

Dayton, OH

1632 Wayne Avenue

Tobias Funeral Home

Dayton, OH

3970 Dayton-Xenia Road

W.E. Lusain Funeral Home & Crematory

Dayton, OH

2060 Germantown Street

Westbrock Funeral Home

Dayton, OH

1712 Wayne Avenue

Schneeberger-Oser Funeral Home

Canton, OH

2222 Fulton Road Northwest

Brown-Robinson Funeral Home

Lorain, OH

2562 Broadway

Lorain Monument Works

Lorain, OH

1035 Broadway

Richard J. Reidy Funeral Home

Lorain, OH

1783 East 31st Street

Edward J. Fox & Sons Funeral Home

Youngstown, OH

4700 Market Street

Kubina Yuhasz Wasko Funeral Home

Youngstown, OH

5925 Market Street

Busch

Elyria, OH

McGorray-Hanna Funeral Home

Lakewood, OH

14133 Detroit Avenue

The Robert Sturges Memorial Home

Mansfield, OH

50 Blymyer Avenue

Werner-Gompf Funeral Services

Mansfield, OH

1106 Park Avenue East

Cleveland Cremation Care

Strongsville, OH

15822 Pearl Road

Jardine's

Strongsville, OH

15822 Pearl Road

Hanneman Funeral Home

Findlay, OH

Osborn Avenue

Hill Funeral Home

Westerville, OH

Moreland Funeral Home

Westerville, OH

Rutherford Funeral Home

Hilliard, OH

2383

Boyd Funeral Home

Marion, OH

122 W Columbia St

Bollinger Funeral

Brunswick, OH

3325 Center Road

Bogner Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services

North Ridgeville, OH

36625 Center Ridge Road

Mueller Funeral Home

Mason, OH

6791 Tylersville Road

The Main House Events

Fairborn, OH

104 West Main Street

Corrigan Craciun Funeral Home

Westlake, OH

23040 Center Ridge Road

McGorray-Hanna Funeral Home

Westlake, OH

25620 Center Ridge Road

Chambers Funeral Home

North Olmsted, OH

29150 Lorain Road

Dunn Funeral Home

Bowling Green, OH

408 West Wooster Street

Campfield-Hickman-Collier

Barberton, OH

566 West Park Avenue

Busch Funeral & Crematory Services

Avon, OH

32000 Detroit Road

Bryan & Hardwick Funeral Home

Zanesville, OH

2318 Maple Avenue

Burrell Funeral Services

Zanesville, OH

414 La Salle Street

Snouffer Funeral Home

Zanesville, OH

1150 Military Road

Brickman Bros Funeral Home

Willoughby, OH

37433 Euclid Avenue

Gaines Funeral Home

Maple Heights, OH

Haller Funeral Home & Crematory

Chillicothe, OH

1661 Western Avenue

Adams Funeral Home

Sidney, OH

1401 Fair Road

Salm-McGill & Tangeman Funeral Home

Sidney, OH

502 South Ohio Avenue

Reeb Funeral Home

Sylvania, OH

5712 Main Street

Humenik

Brook Park, OH

Chambers Funeral Homes

Berea, OH

86 Adelbert Street

Donovan Bagnoli Funeral Home

Tallmadge, OH

339 Southwest Avenue

Donovan Funeral Home

Tallmadge, OH

17 Southwest Avenue

Mosti Funeral Home

Steubenville, OH

4435 Sunset Boulevard

Shorac Funeral Homes

Steubenville, OH

Ducro Funeral Services & Crematory

Ashtabula, OH

4524 Elm Avenue

Engle Shoot Funeral Home

Tiffin, OH

135 North Washington Street

Reed's Funeral Home

North Canton, OH

Jack Monreal Funeral Home

Eastlake, OH

31925 Vine Street

Monreal Srnick Funerals & Cremations

Eastlake, OH

35400 Curtis Boulevard

Bookatz-Kumin Inc.

Beachwood, OH

1985 South Taylor Road

E. F. Boyd & Son Funeral Home

Beachwood, OH

25900 Emery Road

Kindred Funeral Home

Englewood, OH

400 Union Boulevard

Crawley & Peoples Funeral Home

Marietta, OH

408 Front Street

Fisher-Edgington Funeral Home

Wilmington, OH

97 West Locust Street

Thompson-Smith-Nesbitt Funeral Home

Conneaut, OH

345 Main Street

Greenisen

Salem, OH

Bundy-Law Funeral Home

Cambridge, OH

120 North 11th Street

Thorn-Black Funeral Homes, Inc.

Cambridge, OH

139 South 9th Street

Crane Memorials

Struthers, OH

Rossi Brothers Funeral Home

Struthers, OH

4442 South Avenue

Martin Maclean Altmeyer Funeral Home

East Liverpool, OH

15872 Saint Clair Avenue

Stier Israel

Louisville, OH

Spence Funeral Home

Canal Winchester, OH

Snyder-Wesche-Hoening

Napoleon, OH

830 Scott Street

Price McElroy Funeral Home

Kenton, OH

North Main Street

Schindewolf-Stout-Crates

Kenton, OH

200 East Columbus Street

Higgins-Reardon Funeral Home

Canfield, OH

3701 Starr Centre Drive

Tomon & Sons

Independence, OH

Vodrazka Funeral Home

Independence, OH

6505 Brecksville Road

Cardaras Funeral Home

Logan, OH

South Walnut Street

Anthony Funeral Homes & Crematory

Uniontown, OH

4178 Massillon Road

Lane Funeral Chapel

Cortland, OH

164 North High Street

Lambert-Tatman

Belpre, OH

Wappner Funeral Directors

Ontario, OH

100 South Lexington-Springmill Road

Edgington Funeral Home

Hillsboro, OH

138 East Main Street

Thompson Funeral Home & Cremation Services

Hillsboro, OH

241 East Main Street

Turner Funeral Home and Crematory

Hillsboro, OH

602 North High Street

All Cities in Ohio

Cities with cremation providers or population over 10,000

Cleveland 16 providers Columbus 15 providers Youngstown 10 providers Cincinnati 8 providers Akron 7 providers Dayton 6 providers Lorain 6 providers Zanesville 6 providers Canton 5 providers Findlay 4 providers Hillsboro 4 providers Mansfield 3 providers Lancaster 3 providers Brook Park 3 providers Eastlake 3 providers Struthers 3 providers Logan 3 providers West Chester 3 providers Toledo 2 providers Elyria 2 providers Lakewood 2 providers Strongsville 2 providers Westerville 2 providers Hilliard 2 providers Brunswick 2 providers Westlake 2 providers Bowling Green 2 providers Barberton 2 providers Sidney 2 providers Tallmadge 2 providers Steubenville 2 providers Tiffin 2 providers North Canton 2 providers Beachwood 2 providers Marietta 2 providers Van Wert 2 providers Cambridge 2 providers Kenton 2 providers Hubbard 2 providers Independence 2 providers Cortland 2 providers Belpre 2 providers Wellston 2 providers Chardon 2 providers Mount Orab 2 providers Waverly 2 providers New Lebanon 2 providers West Union 2 providers Columbus Grove 2 providers Saint Marys 2 providers Middletown 1 provider Euclid 1 provider Mentor 1 provider Grove City 1 provider Marion 1 provider North Ridgeville 1 provider Mason 1 provider Fairborn 1 provider North Olmsted 1 provider Massillon 1 provider Medina 1 provider Avon 1 provider Willoughby 1 provider Athens 1 provider Maple Heights 1 provider Pickerington 1 provider Chillicothe 1 provider Rocky River 1 provider Alliance 1 provider Painesville 1 provider Springboro 1 provider Sylvania 1 provider Berea 1 provider Niles 1 provider Portsmouth 1 provider Ashtabula 1 provider Vandalia 1 provider Maumee 1 provider Englewood 1 provider Loveland 1 provider Dover 1 provider Fostoria 1 provider Amherst 1 provider Wilmington 1 provider Conneaut 1 provider Salem 1 provider East Liverpool 1 provider Girard 1 provider Louisville 1 provider Canal Winchester 1 provider Napoleon 1 provider Eaton 1 provider Canfield 1 provider Wauseon 1 provider Bellbrook 1 provider Uniontown 1 provider Huron 1 provider Ontario 1 provider Clyde 1 provider Jackson 1 provider Willard 1 provider Groveport 1 provider Brookville 1 provider Grafton 1 provider Toronto 1 provider Whitehouse 1 provider Crestline 1 provider Ottawa 1 provider Georgetown 1 provider Greenfield 1 provider Mogadore 1 provider Northfield 1 provider Mount Gilead 1 provider Ross 1 provider Madison 1 provider Delta 1 provider Carrollton 1 provider Walbridge 1 provider Baltimore 1 provider Lakemore 1 provider Oak Harbor 1 provider New Richmond 1 provider Williamsburg 1 provider Sabina 1 provider Garrettsville 1 provider Richwood 1 provider Cardington 1 provider Batavia 1 provider Peebles 1 provider Lucasville 1 provider Dresden 1 provider Ripley 1 provider West Salem 1 provider North Lima 1 provider Pemberville 1 provider Payne 1 provider Frankfort 1 provider Winchester 1 provider Hopedale 1 provider Russia 1 provider Amanda 1 provider Russellville 1 provider Jeromesville 1 provider Hooven 1 provider Rutland 1 provider Tontogany 1 provider Marengo 1 provider Miamiville 1 provider Alpha 1 provider Barlow 1 provider Bath 1 provider Isle Saint George 1 provider Kinsman 1 provider Pierpont 1 provider White Cottage 1 provider Hamilton Springfield Cuyahoga Falls Newark Dublin Fairfield Delaware Reynoldsburg Warren Lima Stow North Royalton Kent Green Wooster Troy Marysville Xenia Avon Lake Sandusky Perrysburg Solon Wadsworth Hudson Oxford Lebanon Piqua Oregon Broadview Heights Miamisburg Twinsburg Ashland Pataskala New Philadelphia Streetsboro Aurora Norwalk Defiance Mount Vernon Bay Village Fremont Monroe Washington Court House Powell Bellefontaine Circleville Brecksville Clayton Bedford Trenton Greenville Wickliffe Amelia Harrison Macedonia Franklin Bucyrus Ravenna Urbana Coshocton Celina New Albany Vermilion Ironton Galion Heath London Tipp City

Cremation Planning Checklist for Ohio

VA National Cemeteries in Ohio

Eligible veterans and their spouses can receive free burial or columbarium placement at national cemeteries

Camp Chase Confederate Cemetery

2900 Sullivant Avenue, Columbus, OH 43204

Confederate Stockade Cemetery

Johnson's Island, Sandusky, OH 44870

Dayton National Cemetery

4400 West Third Street, Dayton, OH 45428

Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery

10175 Rawiga Road, Seville, OH 44273

Woodland Cemetery Soldiers' Lot

6901 Woodland Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44104

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does cremation cost in Ohio?

The average direct cremation in Ohio costs approximately $2,000, which is close to the national average of $1,924. Prices typically range from $1,300 to $2,800 depending on the provider and services selected. Full-service cremation with a memorial ceremony can cost $5,000 to $7,000. We recommend comparing quotes from multiple providers in your area.

What percentage of people choose cremation in Ohio?

Approximately 55% of families in Ohio choose cremation, which is below the national average of 62%. This translates to roughly 75,706 cremations per year in the state. The cremation rate has been steadily increasing nationwide and is projected to reach 82% by 2045.

How many cremation providers are there in Ohio?

Our directory currently lists 277 cremation and funeral service providers across Ohio, serving 1,069 cities and towns. Providers range from large funeral home chains to independent local cremation societies. We recommend contacting multiple providers to compare pricing and services.

What is direct cremation in Ohio?

Direct cremation is the most affordable cremation option in Ohio, typically costing $1,300 to $2,000. It includes transportation of the deceased, necessary paperwork, the cremation itself, and return of the cremated remains in a basic container. There is no viewing, visitation, or funeral ceremony before the cremation. Families can hold a memorial service separately at any time.

Is cremation cheaper than burial in Ohio?

Yes, cremation is significantly more affordable than traditional burial in Ohio. Direct cremation averages $2,000, while a traditional burial with casket, vault, and cemetery plot typically costs $9,000 or more. Even a full-service cremation with a ceremony is usually 40-60% less expensive than a traditional burial. Cost savings is the number one reason families choose cremation.

Is there a waiting period for cremation in Ohio?

Ohio requires a 24 hours waiting period after death before cremation can take place. This waiting period allows time for the medical examiner to review the death certificate and for the family to make final arrangements. Additional time may be needed if the death requires investigation by the medical examiner.

Are alternative cremation methods available in Ohio?

Currently, Ohio primarily offers traditional flame cremation. Alternative methods like alkaline hydrolysis (water cremation) and natural organic reduction (human composting) are being legalized in an increasing number of states. As of 2026, alkaline hydrolysis is legal in 28 states and human composting in 14 states. Check with local legislators and providers for the latest status in Ohio.

How does cremation cost compare to household income in Ohio?

With a median household income of $62,262 in Ohio, the average direct cremation cost of $2,000 represents about 3.2% of annual household income. This is roughly in line with the national average. Many providers offer payment plans, and some states have assistance programs for low-income families.