At a glance
Human composting
Natural organic reduction (NOR)
In Arizona, human composting — legally, natural organic reduction — has been an authorised method of final disposition since 2024. Licensed providers operate in the state, so it can be arranged without leaving it.
- Legalised
- 2024
- Signed by
- Gov. Katie Hobbs
- Typical cost
- $4,950–$7,000 all in
- Provider in state
- Yes
Note
Known locally as the “Grandpa in the Garden” bill.
Conflicting records
The Kairos field guide records 2023; the primary bill record shows 2024. HB 2081 was signed by Gov. Hobbs in April 2024. This page follows the primary record.
Aquamation
Alkaline hydrolysis
In Arizona, aquamation — legally, alkaline hydrolysis — is an authorised method of final disposition. Licensed providers operate in the state, so it can be arranged without leaving it.
- Typical cost
- $2,500–$4,450 all in
- Provider in state
- Yes
Note
Alkaline hydrolysis is an authorised method of final disposition. Licensed providers are operating.
Providers in Arizona
Licensed facilities Kairos has verified as operating in the state. Not a complete directory and not an endorsement — no money changes hands over these listings. Prices come from the providers' own published figures and change.
Human composting
What it costs
Typical all-in ranges in Arizona. Ranges, not quotes.| Method | Status | Typical all in | Scattering |
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| Human composting | Legal | $4,950–$7,000 | Treated as cremated remains — landowner permission required. |
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| Aquamation | Legal | $2,500–$4,450 | Treated as cremated remains — landowner permission required. |
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Under the FTC Funeral Rule every provider must give you an itemised price list on request, and may not require a package. Ask for it. Your rights are here.
Common questions
Is human composting legal in Arizona?
In Arizona, human composting — legally, natural organic reduction — has been an authorised method of final disposition since 2024. Licensed providers operate in the state, so it can be arranged without leaving it.
Is aquamation legal in Arizona?
In Arizona, aquamation — legally, alkaline hydrolysis — is an authorised method of final disposition. Licensed providers operate in the state, so it can be arranged without leaving it.
When did Arizona legalise human composting?
Arizona legalised natural organic reduction through HB 2081, signed on 2 April 2024 by Gov. Katie Hobbs.
What does ecological deathcare cost in Arizona?
Human composting runs $4,950–$7,000 all in; Aquamation runs $2,500–$4,450 all in. Those are typical ranges rather than quotes, and they exclude items a family may add such as a memorial service or an urn. Providers must give you an itemised price list on request under the FTC Funeral Rule.
Recent changes
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