Cremation is a very popular disposition choice in Florida, and this brief guide helps you arrange a direct cremation in Fort Lauderdale for just $765.
There are so many cremation service options and providers to choose from that it can be very overwhelming.
At DFS Memorials, we work only with licensed, reputable local cremation providers, and we select a provider that offers affordability and quality service.
How much does a cremation cost in Fort Lauderdale?
Cremation costs can vary quite significantly, depending upon the type of cremation service you select and the service provider. The Cremation Association of North America quotes an average cremation cost of $3,200, though it is easy to arrange cremation for much less. Cremation prices in Fort Lauderdale range from $765 to $2,200.
Understanding Typical Direct Cremation Costs in Fort Lauderdale, FL
When families research direct cremation costs, they often see references to an “average price.” While this sounds helpful, the reality is that average cremation costs can be misleading because Florida has an above-average cremation rate and one of the widest cremation cost ranges in the country.
Today, the cost of a direct cremation in Fort Lauderdale can range anywhere from around $765 to more than $3,300, depending almost entirely on which provider you choose — not the cremation itself.
The direct cremation process is essentially the same service, but what changes is how it is packaged, marketed, and administered, as well as the overhead that must be covered.
What is a direct cremation?
A direct cremation is the simplest (and most economical) cremation option. It is a cremation without any services or ceremony. The deceased is collected from the place of death, transferred to the funeral location, and prepared for cremation.
All the necessary paperwork is completed, and the cremation is conducted. The cremated remains are returned directly to the family in a temporary cremation urn.
To learn more about Cremation – What happens from when the deceased is collected by the funeral service provider to the family receiving the cremated remains – visit our Complete Guide to Cremation.
Can I still have a service with a direct cremation in Fort Lauderdale?
Yes, of course! Many families choose to conduct memorial services once they have the cremated remains returned from the crematory. You can use the services of a life celebrant or your minister to deliver memorial services, or (as more families are choosing) opt to arrange your own services.
This can obviously save you a lot of money compared to the full cost of a funeral service in Fort Lauderdale.
If you need a low-cost cremation in Fort Lauderdale or have any questions about arranging a cremation service, call now at (954) 281-7747. We are here 24/7 to assist your family.
What if the Deceased is at the Broward County Medical Examiner’s?
If the death was sudden, an accident, or unexplained, the deceased may be taken to the coroner’s Office to determine the cause of death. Once this has been determined, the coroner will release the body to the funeral home or crematory.
Only a licensed funeral director can collect the deceased from the ME. You will need to sign a Release Form, and the funeral director will make arrangements to transfer your loved one into their care.
As the death certificate and cremation permit will also be released with the body, this can expedite the process for arranging a direct cremation.
The Broward County ME’s Office can be reached at: 5301 SW 31st Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 Phone: 954-357-5200
Typical Direct Cremation Cost Ranges in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The table below shows typical price ranges families may encounter when comparing different types of cremation providers in Jacksonville, Florida:
| Provider Type | Example Provider | Typical Direct Cremation Cost Range (Jacksonville) | Notes |
| Low-cost local provider | DFS Memorials partner | $765 | Simple, cremation-only service with minimal overhead |
| Online cremation brand | Tulip Cremation | $1,195 – $1,695 | Arrangements handled online; limited local presence |
| National cremation society | Neptune Society | $1,800 – $2,800 | Higher pricing due to national branding and facilities |
| Full-service corporate funeral home | Corporate-owned location | $2,500 – $3,300+ | Often bundled pricing and upselling of services |
Prices are indicative and subject to change, plus county fees and transportation distance.
Sara Marsden-Ille is the co-founder and editor of DFS Memorials as well as US Funerals Online. She has been writing about funeral planning, consumer rights, and cremation costs since 2003, when US Funerals Online launched — one of the first independent funeral consumer resources in the United States. Sara is responsible for editorial standards across the DFS Memorials network and helps to host the Cremation Nation podcast.
