Cheapest Cremation in North Charleston, SC (2026)
The lowest direct cremation in North Charleston starts at $895 from Palmetto Cremation Society. Below, every active local provider is ranked by price so you can compare and request free quotes.
| # | Provider | Direct Cremation | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palmetto Cremation SocietyLowest price | $895 | 4.8★ (134) |
| 2 | Suburban Funeral Home | $1,200 | 5★ (16) |
| 3 | Murray's Mortuary | $1,300 | 4.5★ (84) |
| 4 | W.M. Smith - McNeal Funeral Homes & Chapels | $1,525 | 4.5★ (15) |
| 5 | Dickerson Mortuary | $2,350 | 4.7★ (56) |
| 6 | J. Henry Stuhr | $3,595 | 4.5★ (12) |
| 7 | Simplicity: Lowcountry Cremation and Burial Services | Call for pricing | 4.7★ (272) |
| 8 | The Low Country Mortuary LLC | Call for pricing | 4.4★ (24) |
| 9 | Carolina Funeral Home & Gardens | Call for pricing | 4.7★ (164) |
| 10 | North Area Funeral Home | Call for pricing | 5★ (13) |
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 North Charleston
The single biggest way to lower your cost is to choose a direct cremation — cremation with no viewing or ceremony beforehand. In North Charleston, 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 North Charleston cremation providers page, or compare statewide pricing in our cost of cremation in South Carolina guide.
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