Once you've decided on cremation over burial, the choice among cremation centers in Seattle narrows fast to price transparency and how much you have to do in person. The providers below carry 718 Google reviews between them, and every one holds a rating of 4.8 or higher, so what actually separates them is direct online arrangement versus a full-service visit, and what's included in the base price.
Short answer: The most-reviewed cremation provider in Seattle is Evergreen Washelli Funeral Home & Cemetery (4.8 stars, 310 reviews), which offers cremation alongside full funeral and burial services at one site. For a direct, arrange-it-online cremation, Cascade Memorial Cremation and Burial (4.9, 185 reviews) advertises a $920 simple cremation package, and Elemental Cremation & Burial holds a perfect 5.0 across 95 reviews with a published $1,595 package that includes tree planting and document filing.
How we rank these
Rating is each provider’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, measured against the other providers on this page. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a rating built on dozens of reviews carries less weight than one built on hundreds. Recency reflects how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change any of these numbers.
How much does cremation cost in Seattle? (2026)
Several of the providers here publish direct cremation pricing on their own sites, and the spread is real, not just marketing language. A simple, direct cremation runs meaningfully less than a service that includes a viewing, casket, or burial.
| Job | Typical price |
|---|
| Simple cremation (Cascade Memorial Cremation and Burial) | $920 |
| Simple burial (Cascade Memorial Cremation and Burial) | $1,965 |
| Simple cremation package (Elemental Cremation & Burial) | $1,595 |
Prices shown are as published on each business’s own website in this dataset (Cascade Memorial, Elemental Cremation & Burial) and reflect their advertised direct-cremation base packages. What’s bundled into the base price varies (tree planting, document filing, obituary), so compare line items, not just the headline number, and ask for a full itemized quote.
Serving Seattle and the surrounding area
These cremation providers cover Seattle and reach into Bellevue, King, Snohomish, and North Pierce counties, with at least one also serving the Portland area. Searching for a cremation center near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number so you can reach someone directly, day or night.
What to ask before you choose a cremation provider
- What exactly is included in the base cremation price, and what costs extra?
- Can arrangements be completed entirely online, or is an in-person visit required?
- How long does the process take from transfer of remains to receiving the ashes?
- Is witnessing the cremation, or a memorial service beforehand, an option?
- How are cremated remains returned, by pickup or by mail?
- What documentation is required to prove authority to arrange the cremation?
Frequently asked questions
How did you choose these cremation providers?
We started from cremation providers in Seattle with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we rank these above.
Are these rankings paid?
No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.
How often is this updated?
The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.
What’s the difference between direct cremation and a traditional service with cremation?
Direct cremation, offered by providers like Cascade Memorial and Elemental Cremation & Burial, skips a viewing or funeral service and is usually the lowest-cost option. Evergreen Washelli can pair cremation with a full chapel service and on-site cemetery for families who want a viewing or ceremony first.
Is human composting the same as cremation in Seattle?
No. Recompose Green Funeral Home, on this page, offers human composting (natural organic reduction) as a separate disposition method from flame cremation. It returns soil rather than ashes and is a distinct choice, not a green rebrand of cremation.
The bottom line
If you want cremation paired with a traditional service, Evergreen Washelli has the deepest track record and an on-site cemetery. If you’ve already decided on a simple, direct cremation and want the clearest published pricing, compare Cascade Memorial’s $920 package against Elemental’s $1,595 bundle before you call, since what’s included differs more than the sticker price suggests.
