Cheapest Cremation in Baton Rouge, LA (2026)
The lowest direct cremation in Baton Rouge starts at $1,259 from Charles Mackey Funeral Home. Below, every active local provider is ranked by price so you can compare and request free quotes.
| # | Provider | Direct Cremation | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charles Mackey Funeral HomeLowest price | $1,259 | 4.6★ (16) |
| 2 | Wilson-Wooddale Funeral Home & Cremation Services | $1,395 | 4.8★ (65) |
| 3 | Resting Place Funeral Home | $1,500 | 4.9★ (37) |
| 4 | A. Hamilton Platinum Funeral Service | $1,579 | 4.4★ (34) |
| 5 | Church Funeral Services & Crematory | $1,600 | 4.9★ (70) |
| 6 | Desselle Funeral Home | $1,650 | 5★ (6) |
| 7 | Central Funeral Home | $2,300 | 4.5★ (21) |
| 8 | Rabenhorst Funeral Home & Crematory East | $2,695 | 4.5★ (33) |
| 9 | Rabenhorst Funeral Homes & Crematory | $2,870 | 3.7★ (13) |
| 10 | Winnfield Funeral Home | $2,890 | 4.7★ (87) |
| 11 | Greenoaks Funeral Home & Memorial Park | $3,095 | 4.5★ (177) |
| 12 | Resthaven Gardens of Memory & Funeral Home | $3,595 | 4.8★ (243) |
| 13 | Resting Place Memorial Garden | Call for pricing | 5★ (5) |
| 14 | Baton Rouge Wilbert | Call for pricing | 4.8★ (4) |
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 Baton Rouge
The single biggest way to lower your cost is to choose a direct cremation — cremation with no viewing or ceremony beforehand. In Baton Rouge, 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 Baton Rouge cremation providers page, or compare statewide pricing in our cost of cremation in Louisiana guide.
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