Cremation urns come in all price ranges, so the first step is to know what you'd like to budget. If your budget is modest (up to $100), there are some high quality urns in the $45 - $100 range. You may even be able to find sale items or closeouts that have drastically reduced prices off their original retail price. With companies now selling over the Internet, the competitive pricing of urns has made them very affordable without sacrificing quality or the beauty of the design.
If you have a moderate budget you can find cremation urns with greater production value, meaning they require more man-hours to create. Cloisonné urns, highly crafted wood urns, metal urns with intricate decorations (such as aluminum and brass), marble urns, ceramic urns and some glass urns generally fall into a higher, but moderate, price bracket of $100 - $350.
For higher or unlimited budgets, you can invest in high priced urns that exhibit rare craftsmanship, use more expensive materials and require more man-hours. Artisan urns are one of a kind and made by hand. They usually warrant a premium price for the unique design. Urns can be commissioned and handcrafted by an artist for a one-of-a-kind purchase. Such urns can go for up to thousands of dollars. They are often made from glass, wood, ceramic or more expensive metals.
Urn Buying Tip: Most funeral homes have a limited selection of urns and charge a premium for them. There can be a considerable price difference between an urn online and the exact same urn at a funeral home. Doing research will help you feel satisfied with your final purchase.
