Cheapest Cremation in Birmingham, AL (2026)
The lowest direct cremation in Birmingham starts at $799 from W.E. Lusain Funeral Home and Crematory. Below, every active local provider is ranked by price so you can compare and request free quotes.
Lowest price
$799
Median price
$1,823
Typical range
$1,050–$2,995
Based on the published prices of 10 of 17 Birmingham providers. Half list direct cremation between $1,050–$2,995.
| # | Provider | Direct Cremation | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | W.E. Lusain Funeral Home and CrematoryLowest price | $799 | 4.9★ (118) |
| 2 | Abanks Mortuary & Crematory | $930 | 4.3★ (32) |
| 3 | Aubrey Bushelon Funeral Directing & Cremation Services | $1,050 | 4.8★ (42) |
| 4 | Poole's Funeral Chapels, Inc. | $1,675 | 4.4★ (15) |
| 5 | Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home and Gardens | $1,795 | 4.3★ (154) |
| 6 | Eastside Funeral Home | $1,850 | 3.2★ (49) |
| 7 | Arrington Funeral Home Inc. | $2,225 | 4.5★ (25) |
| 8 | Smith & Gaston Funeral Services | $2,995 | 4.8★ (18) |
| 9 | Johns-Ridout's Funeral Parlors | $4,150 | 4.9★ (225) |
| 10 | Johns-Ridout's Mortuary-Elmwood Chapel | $4,150 | 5★ (415) |
| 11 | Bushelon Funeral Home | Call for pricing | 4.8★ (100) |
| 12 | Cornerstone Funeral Services & Cremations | Call for pricing | 4.9★ (215) |
| 13 | Family Pet Cremation of Alabama | Call for pricing | 4.9★ (58) |
| 14 | Kirksey's Mortuary | Call for pricing | 3.9★ (20) |
| 15 | Mullins Metropolitan Funeral | Call for pricing | 5★ (1) |
| 16 | Neptune Society | Call for pricing | 5★ (13) |
| 17 | Ridouts Brown Services Chapels | Call for pricing | 5★ (1) |
Prices are 2026 direct cremation estimates from each provider's listing and may change. They are not quotes — always request a written, itemized price list (your right under the FTC Funeral Rule) before paying.
How to get the cheapest cremation in Birmingham
The single biggest way to lower your cost is to choose a direct cremation — cremation with no viewing or ceremony beforehand. In Birmingham, prices for the exact same direct cremation routinely vary by $1,000 or more between providers, which is why comparing the ranked list above pays off. Dedicated cremation specialists almost always undercut full-service funeral homes for a simple cremation.
Get at least three itemized quotes, supply your own urn rather than buying the provider's, and confirm exactly what each price includes (transportation, the cremation, a basic container, permits, and return of the ashes). Our cheapest direct cremation guide and list of hidden fees to watch for walk through how to avoid overpaying.
See all options and read reviews on the main Birmingham cremation providers page, or compare statewide pricing in our cost of cremation in Alabama guide.
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