Just like people and pets, urns come in many different shapes and sizes.


The general rule of thumb is for every pound of the person's total weight you will need one cubic inch of space. So if a person weighed 150 lbs. you will need an urn that is 150 cubic inches or larger.


Use this cremation urn size calculator to help you find the right size cremation urn. Enter the weight of your loved one or beloved pet and then "Calculate."




Loved One's or Pet's Weight in Pounds
Cups of Ashes (1 Cup = 8 Fluid Ounces)
Minimum Urn Size Needed in Cubic Inches
1 Pound = 1 Cubic Inch
1 Cup = 14.44 Cubic Inches