Funeral Costs in Tucson, AZ (2026)

Based on data from 15 funeral homes in Tucson, Arizona. Average direct cremation: $1,316.

How much does a funeral cost in Tucson?

Direct Cremation $1,316 from $699

Basic Services Fee $1,653

Arizona State Average $9,794

Funeral Home Prices in Tucson, Arizona

Itemized pricing from 15 funeral homes. Updated 2026.

Funeral Home	Direct Cremation	Traditional Burial	Basic Services Fee	Phone
Abbey Funeral Chapel Abbey Funeral Chapel	$785	—	$895	520-888-1111
Adair Funeral Homes 1050 N Dodge Blvd	$915	—	$1,495	520-326-4343
Adair Funeral Homes 8090 N Northern Ave	$965	—	$1,495	520-742-7901
Angel Valley Funeral Home & Old Pueblo Crematory 2545 North Tucson Blvd	$750	—	$1,395	520-327-6341
Bring's Broadway Chapel 6910 East Broadway Boulevard	$1,670	—	$2,495	—
Bring's Broadway Chapel 6910 E Broadway Blvd	$1,670	—	$2,495	520-296-7193
Carrillo's Tucson Mortuary Inc 204 S Stone Ave	$1,680	—	$2,200	520-622-7429
Desert Sunset Funeral Home 3081 W Orange Grove Rd	$850	—	$1,080	520-297-9007
East Lawn Palms Mortuary & Cemetery 5801 E Grant Rd Bldg M	$2,440	—	$2,225	520-885-6741
Evergreen Mortuary Cemetery & Crematory 3015 N. Oracle Road	$1,185	—	$1,850	520-888-7470
Funeraria Del Angel 7 E University Blvd	$1,795	—	$1,370	520-624-8685
Funeraria Del Angel South Lawn 5401 S Park Ave.	$2,090	—	$1,965	520-294-2603
Heather Mortuary 1040 N Columbus Blvd	$890	—	$695	520-322-6131
Hudgel's Swan Funeral Home Inc 1335 S Swan Rd	$699	—	$1,195	520-747-2525
Martinez Funeral Chapels 2580 S 6th Ave	$1,350	—	$1,950	520-547-3400

More Funeral Homes in Tucson

Cholla Afterlife

7620 N Hartman Ln, suite 174

+1-520-349-9154

Understanding Funeral Costs in Tucson

Below is a plain-English breakdown of every line item you'll see on a funeral home's General Price List (GPL) — required by the FTC Funeral Rule to be provided on request.

Basic Services Fee — avg $1,653 in Tucson

The funeral home's non-declinable charge, required for every funeral regardless of services chosen. Covers the funeral director's expertise, 24/7 availability, coordination with cemeteries and crematories, and facility overhead. You cannot opt out of this fee.

Direct Cremation — avg $1,316 in Tucson

The most affordable option. The body is cremated shortly after death with no embalming, no viewing, and no formal service. The ashes are returned to the family in a basic container. Families often hold a separate memorial service later at a location of their choice. In Tucson, prices start as low as $699.

Traditional Burial

The most comprehensive option — includes embalming, viewing or visitation, a formal funeral service, and burial in a casket. Does not include the cemetery plot, grave opening/closing fees, or the headstone, which are billed separately by the cemetery.

Embalming — typically $500–$900

The preservation of remains to slow decomposition. Required for open-casket viewings and for remains transported across state lines. Not required by law if you choose direct cremation or immediate burial without viewing. Funeral homes cannot require embalming without a valid reason.

Viewing / Visitation — typically $400–$600

Use of the funeral home's facilities and staff for an open-casket viewing before the service. Separate from the funeral ceremony fee. Families can choose a viewing without a formal service, or skip it entirely with a memorial-only service.

Transfer / Removal — typically $300–$500

The fee to transport the deceased from the place of death (hospital, home, nursing facility) to the funeral home. Usually covers a local radius; additional mileage fees apply for transfers outside the area.

Funeral Ceremony — typically $400–$600

Use of the funeral home's chapel or ceremony room for the service itself, plus staff coordination. You can hold the service at a church, cemetery, or other venue to avoid this fee.

What's NOT included in funeral home prices

Cemetery plot or mausoleum niche, grave opening and closing fees, death certificates (typically $10–$25 each; you'll need 5–10 copies), clergy or officiant honorarium, flowers, obituary placement, and the headstone or grave marker — all are billed separately.

Your rights under the FTC Funeral Rule: Every funeral home in Arizona must give you an itemized General Price List upon request — in person, over the phone, or by mail. You cannot be required to buy a package; you may select individual services. Always get prices in writing before agreeing to anything.

Frequently Asked Questions — Funeral Costs in Tucson

What is the average funeral cost in Tucson, Arizona?

Funeral costs in Tucson, Arizona vary by funeral home and service type. We have 16 funeral homes listed. Contact them directly for current pricing.

How much does direct cremation cost in Tucson?

Direct cremation in Tucson averages $1,316, with prices ranging from $699 to higher depending on the provider. Direct cremation is the most affordable option because it skips embalming, visitation, and a formal funeral service.

What is the difference between direct cremation and a traditional funeral?

Direct cremation is the simplest and least expensive option — the body is cremated shortly after death without embalming, viewing, or a funeral ceremony. A traditional funeral includes embalming, a viewing or visitation, a funeral service, and burial in a casket. In Tucson, Arizona, traditional funerals typically cost significantly more than direct cremation.

What is included in the basic services fee?

The basic services fee (sometimes called the funeral home's non-declinable fee) covers the funeral director's services, overhead, and coordination. In Tucson, this fee averages $1,653. It is charged for every funeral regardless of which services you select.

How do Tucson funeral costs compare to Arizona averages?

Arizona's state average funeral cost provides a useful benchmark. Compare prices from multiple funeral homes in Tucson before making a decision.

About This Data

Funeral pricing data for Tucson, Arizona is sourced from OfficialObituary.com's funeral home directory, which covers 15+ homes in Tucson and 10,000+ funeral homes nationwide. Prices are collected from individual funeral home websites and updated periodically. Always contact funeral homes directly to confirm current pricing before making arrangements.

Data source: OfficialObituary.com funeral home directory · View all Arizona funeral homes · API access for researchers

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