Cheapest Cremation in Columbus, GA (2026)
The lowest direct cremation in Columbus starts at $1,250 from Sconiers Funeral Home. Below, every active local provider is ranked by price so you can compare and request free quotes.
Lowest price
$1,250
Median price
$2,048
Typical range
$1,895–$2,100
Based on the published prices of 8 of 13 Columbus providers. Half list direct cremation between $1,895–$2,100.
| # | Provider | Direct Cremation | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sconiers Funeral HomeLowest price | $1,250 | 4★ (30) |
| 2 | McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory | $1,775 | 4.9★ (103) |
| 3 | Charles E Huff's International Funeral Home, Inc. | $1,895 | 4★ (13) |
| 4 | Hill-Watson-People's Funeral Service | $1,995 | 5★ (7) |
| 5 | Lambs International Funeral Home | $2,100 | 4.6★ (39) |
| 6 | Progressive Funeral Home | $2,100 | 4.2★ (26) |
| 7 | Vance Brooks Funeral Home | $2,585 | 4.1★ (17) |
| 8 | Hill-Watson Memorial Chapel at Rose Hill LLC | $2,620 | 4.1★ (18) |
| 9 | Georgia Cremation | Call for pricing | 5★ (20) |
| 10 | Legacy Pet Cremations | Call for pricing | 4.9★ (74) |
| 11 | Pet Cremation Services of Columbus | Call for pricing | 4.9★ (110) |
| 12 | Service Casket Co | Call for pricing | 5★ (2) |
| 13 | Striffler-Hamby Mortuary - Columbus | Call for pricing | 4.8★ (276) |
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 Columbus
The single biggest way to lower your cost is to choose a direct cremation — cremation with no viewing or ceremony beforehand. In Columbus, 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 Columbus cremation providers page, or compare statewide pricing in our cost of cremation in Georgia guide.
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