Cheapest Cremation in Alexandria, LA (2026)

Prices from $995 at 7 cremation providers in Alexandria. Sorted cheapest first.

How much does cremation cost in Alexandria?

Cheapest Option $995 Magnolia Funeral Home
Average Cremation $2,051 Alexandria average
Providers Compared 7 with pricing data

Cremation Providers in Alexandria โ€” Sorted by Price

# Provider Direct Cremation Basic Services Fee Phone
๐Ÿ† Magnolia Funeral Home
1604 Magnolia Street
$995 $995 318-487-1197
2 Progressive Funeral Homes
2308 Broadway Avenue
$1,261 $975 318-443-1979
3 White Oaks Funeral Home
6324 Masonic Drive
$1,595 $1,495 318-448-6240
4 Winnfield Funeral Home
2033 3rd St
$1,600 $1,595 318-445-5002
5 Gonzaque-Williams Mortuary
720 Saint James Street
$2,175 $1,695 318-443-5748
6 Kramer Funeral Home
2905 Masonic Drive
$3,200 $3,060 318-445-6311
7 Hixson Brothers Funeral Home
701 Jackson Street
$3,529 $3,000 318-442-3363

What is included in direct cremation?

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Transportation

Transfer of the deceased from the place of death to the crematory.

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Death certificate filing

The funeral home completes and files the death certificate with the state. Additional certified copies are typically $10โ€“$25 each.

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Cremation

The actual cremation process, carried out at a licensed crematory.

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Return of remains

Ashes returned in a basic plastic or cardboard container. Upgrades to urns cost extra.

What is NOT included in direct cremation:

  • Embalming (not needed for direct cremation)
  • Viewing or visitation
  • Formal funeral service or ceremony
  • Decorative urn (add $50โ€“$500+)
  • Obituary placement
  • Flowers

Many families choose direct cremation and then hold a separate memorial service at home, a park, or a place of worship โ€” at no additional cost to the funeral home.

Frequently Asked Questions โ€” Cremation in Alexandria

What is the cheapest cremation option in Alexandria, Louisiana?

The cheapest direct cremation in Alexandria is $995 at Magnolia Funeral Home, located at 1604 Magnolia Street. Call 318-487-1197 for current availability.

Is direct cremation legal in Louisiana?

Yes, direct cremation is legal in all 50 states including Louisiana. The FTC Funeral Rule guarantees your right to choose only the services you want. No funeral home can require you to purchase embalming, a viewing, or a casket if you choose direct cremation.

What is the difference between direct cremation and cremation with a service?

Direct cremation has no embalming, no viewing, and no funeral ceremony at the funeral home. It's the simplest and least expensive option. Cremation with a service (sometimes called "cremation with memorial") adds one or more of those elements โ€” a viewing before cremation, a funeral ceremony at the funeral home, or a graveside service. Each addition increases the cost.

Can I hold a memorial service after direct cremation?

Yes. Many families choose direct cremation precisely because it separates the practical arrangements from the memorial. Once you have the ashes, you can hold a memorial service anywhere โ€” at home, at a park, at a church, or at a restaurant โ€” at any time that works for the family. There is no funeral home fee for this.

About This Pricing Data

Cremation prices for Alexandria, Louisiana are sourced from OfficialObituary.com's directory of 10,000+ funeral homes. Prices are collected from individual funeral home General Price Lists and updated periodically. Always confirm current pricing directly with the provider before making arrangements.

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