Cheapest Cremation in San Jose, CA (2026)
The lowest direct cremation in San Jose starts at $750 from Martinez Family Funeral Home. Below, every active local provider is ranked by price so you can compare and request free quotes.
Lowest price
$750
Median price
$1,695
Typical range
$1,125–$2,595
Based on the published prices of 13 of 15 San Jose providers. Half list direct cremation between $1,125–$2,595.
| # | Provider | Direct Cremation | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Martinez Family Funeral HomeLowest price | $750 | 4.9★ (117) |
| 2 | Santa Clara Funeral & Cremation Services | $955 | 3.7★ (6) |
| 3 | California Cremation Society | $1,005 | 5★ (1) |
| 4 | Beddingfield Funeral Service | $1,125 | 4.9★ (15) |
| 5 | San Jose Funeral Service | $1,495 | 4.9★ (29) |
| 6 | Bay Area Cremation - San Jose | $1,671 | 4.9★ (18) |
| 7 | Sacred Space Funeral Home and Cremation Services | $1,695 | 4.9★ (99) |
| 8 | Bay Area Mortuary Services | $2,070 | 4.2★ (30) |
| 9 | Neptune Society | $2,385 | 5★ (64) |
| 10 | Darling Fischer Garden Chapel | $2,595 | 4.9★ (154) |
| 11 | Willow Glen Funeral Home | $2,655 | 5★ (64) |
| 12 | Lima Family Erickson Memorial Chapel | $2,935 | 4.8★ (67) |
| 13 | Oak Hill Funeral Home & Memorial Park | $3,255 | 4.4★ (633) |
| 14 | Casa Funeral San Jose | Call for pricing | 5★ (16) |
| 15 | Honor Cremations | Call for pricing | 5★ (19) |
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 San Jose
The single biggest way to lower your cost is to choose a direct cremation — cremation with no viewing or ceremony beforehand. In San Jose, 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 San Jose cremation providers page, or compare statewide pricing in our cost of cremation in California guide.
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