From
$1,295
Cremation Package
Funeral & cremation in Santa Maria, CA
Compare local funeral homes and crematories by price, services, and verified reviews.
Calla tracks 10 funeral homes and crematories in Santa Maria, CA. Direct cremation here runs around $1,495, the lowest-cost option for most families. A traditional funeral with burial is typically higher, around $6,495. Prices vary by provider, so compare a few before you decide.
What to expect · Santa Maria
Direct cremation
$975–$1,830
The lowest-cost option for most families.
Funeral homes
$6,495
A full-service funeral with viewing.
Burial
$9,795
Adds casket, plot, and vault costs.
10 providers in Santa Maria
Compare by price, services, and verified reviews.
From
$1,795
Direct Cremation
- Highly rated
Magner-Maloney Funeral Home and Crematory
4.7(23)Santa Maria, CA (805) 925-2753- Cremation
- Traditional funeral
- Prepaid
From
$2,415
Cremation
Pricing on request
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From
$975
Direct Cremation
Pricing on request
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Pricing on request
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Santa Maria Cemetery
5.0(1)Santa Maria, CA- Burial
Pricing on request
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Veteran's Memorial Park
4.4(11)Santa Maria, CA- Burial
- Veterans
Pricing on request
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From
$1,495
Direct Cremation
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Common questions about funerals in Santa Maria
- How much does cremation cost in Santa Maria?
- Direct cremation in Santa Maria runs around $1,495 — the lowest-cost option for most families. A cremation with a service costs more, and prices vary by provider, so always ask for an itemized price list.
- How many funeral homes and crematories are in Santa Maria?
- Calla tracks 10 funeral homes and crematories in Santa Maria, CA. Use the filters above to compare them by service, price, and verified reviews.
- Is cremation cheaper than burial in Santa Maria?
- Almost always. In Santa Maria, direct cremation runs around $1,495 while a traditional funeral with burial is typically around $6,495 before cemetery costs like a plot and vault.
- How do I choose a funeral home in Santa Maria?
- Compare a few on price, services, and reviews, then call to confirm an itemized quote — there's no obligation. You can also ask Calla for a recommendation based on what matters to you.