Find burial services and cemeteries in Hillsboro, Oregon. Compare costs for plots, traditional burial, and green burial options.
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Burial & Cemetery Services in Hillsboro, Oregon
For families in Hillsboro choosing traditional burial, this guide covers local costs, cemetery options, and what to expect.
Burial Costs in Hillsboro
Service
Estimated Cost
Traditional Burial (funeral home)
$1,630
Cemetery Plot
$1,000 – $4,000
Opening/Closing of Grave
$500 – $1,500
Burial Vault/Liner
$1,000 – $3,000
Headstone/Marker
$1,000 – $3,000
Total Estimated
$5,500 – $18,000+
Types of Burial Available
Traditional Ground Burial
A casket is placed in a grave, usually with a vault or liner. Includes viewing, visitation, and ceremony. The most familiar option.
Green/Natural Burial
An eco-friendly approach — no embalming, biodegradable container, no vault. Often less expensive than traditional burial. Check for green burial options in the Hillsboro area.
Mausoleum Entombment
Above-ground burial in a mausoleum building. Protected from the elements. Costs range from $3,000 to $30,000+ for a crypt.
Cremation Burial
Cremated remains buried in a smaller cemetery plot or placed in a columbarium niche. A more affordable alternative to full ground burial.
Choosing a Cemetery in Hillsboro
When evaluating cemeteries near Hillsboro, consider:
Type — Public (municipal), private, religious, or veterans
Location — Convenient for family visits
Cost — Compare plot, opening/closing, and vault fees
Availability — Popular cemeteries may have limited space
Veterans Benefits
Eligible veterans can be buried at no cost in a VA national cemetery. Benefits include the gravesite, opening/closing, and a government headstone. Contact the VA at 1-800-535-1117.
Headstone & Marker Options
Type
Cost Range
Flat (flush) marker
$500 – $1,500
Upright headstone
$1,000 – $5,000
Companion marker (two people)
$1,500 – $6,000
Bronze plaque
$800 – $3,000
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After the Burial
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