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$1,095
Simple, Dignified Cremation
Funeral provider · Desert Hot Springs, CA
American Cremation
3.7(3) Verified on Google
American Cremation is an independent, direct cremation provider in Cathedral City, California with over 30 years of industry experience and an on-site, state-of-the-art crematory. The provider specializes in affordable direct cremation services and offers no-cost cremation for families who donate deceased relatives to medical research.
Independent
- Starting price
- $20
- Ownership
- Independent
About American Cremation
American Cremation has been backed by more than 30 years of experience in the cremation industry. The facility operates Southern California's newest, state-of-the-art crematory and maintains 24-hour security. The provider is not a society or member-based organization and does not require extra membership fees. American Cremation exceeds industry standards for identification of the deceased and tracking throughout the cremation process, cremates only one person at a time, uses only certified crematory operators, and cremates only human remains in its facility. The crematory and location managers are inspected by the State of California DCA.
Typical funeral homes prices in Desert Hot Springs
American Cremation doesn't publish prices online. As a reference, providers in Desert Hot Springs typically charge:
Low
$3,795
Typical
$3,913
High
$4,030
City-wide figures from 2 published prices — not American Cremation's own rates. Under the FTC Funeral Rule, they must give you an itemized price list on request, in person or by phone.
American Cremation packages
Simple Direct Cremation
- Individual cremation of deceased up to 300 pounds
- Transfer from hospital, nursing home, or institutional facility within local service area
- Alternative cardboard container (state required)
- Professional arrangement support via email or phone during business hours
- Filing death certificate from physician or coroner via internet
- State-required cremation permit
- Free container for cremated remains
- Free pick-up of cremated remains by appointment Monday-Friday
- Certified copies of death certificate ordering (death certificate order fee waived when ordered at time of arrangement)
- Notification of death to Social Security Administration
- Online or fax arrangements within USA
Price includes $45 discount when paid by check. State of California fees not included: $25.25 for tax, permit, and DCA State fee.
No Charge Cremation for Donors
$0- Cremation
- Cremated remains returned to family
- One free death certificate
Available through anatomical donation for medical research and education.
Alternative Cardboard Container
$20Used for cremation, state required, included in cremation price but listed as separate add-on.
Black Plastic Urn
$256 5/8" W x 8 1/2" H x 4 5/8" D. Remains returned in Cardboard Bio Urn inside plastic bag with cremation number identification disk and State Required Application and Permit.
Sheet Bronze Urn
$165Cannot be opened. 6" W x 8.75" H x 3" D.
Packages and prices are as published by the provider and can change — always confirm the itemized list directly.
Services offered
- Funeral homes
Facilities
- On-site crematory
Recognition & specialties
Specialties
- Direct cremation
- Medical research donation cremation
Where is American Cremation?
Desert Hot Springs, CA
Get directionsHours
- Monday
- 24 hours
- Tuesday
- 24 hours
- Wednesday
- 24 hours
- Thursday
- 24 hours
- Friday
- 24 hours
American Cremation reviews
Updated July 20263.7
3.7
3 reviews
Rating from Google · updated July 2026
3.7 from 3 reviews on google
What funeral homes prices usually include
General context, not specific to American Cremation: a typical funeral homes price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.
Included
- The funeral home's basic services and staff fee
- Transfer of the deceased into their care
- Coordination of permits and paperwork
- Use of facilities for a viewing or service
- An itemized price list, required by the FTC Funeral Rule
Usually extra
- A casket, urn, or burial vault
- A cemetery plot or cremation fee
- Flowers, catering, and obituary notices
- Certified copies of the death certificate
Frequently asked questions
Why do I need a Certified Copy of a death certificate?
A certified copy of a death certificate is required when your loved one has any of the following: Living Trusts, Insurance policies, Investments (including Stocks, Bonds, Mutual Funds, and Certificates of Deposit), Banks, Deeds, Tax purposes, Pensions/Benefits.
Where do I obtain a Certified Copy of a death certificate?
There are two ways: (1) Walk in to the Office of Vital Records at 4065 County Circle Drive RM 102, Riverside, CA 92503, (951) 358-5068, or (2) Print an order form with instructions from the website for mail request. Certified copies are $24.00 each, subject to change without notice.
What services does American Cremation offer?
American Cremation offers funeral homes. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.
Where is American Cremation located?
American Cremation is located in Desert Hot Springs, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.
Will American Cremation give me an itemized price list?
Yes. The federal FTC Funeral Rule requires every funeral home to give you a written, itemized General Price List on request — in person or over the phone — and to let you choose only the goods and services you want. Always compare a couple of providers before deciding.
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