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City View Cemetery

Salem, Oregon 97301. Salem's historic municipal cemetery near the Oregon State Capitol.

Founded

1893

Size

40 acres

Estimated burials

18,000

Price tier

Moderate

Open now

Closed

Directory signals last refreshed January 15, 2026.

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City View Cemetery serves Salem, Oregon, as a municipal cemetery with roots dating back to 1893. Salem's historic municipal cemetery near the Oregon State Capitol. Current directory enrichment highlights burial, pre planning, flower delivery, monument sales alongside visitor amenities such as parking, benches, walking paths, restrooms. Families typically encounter estimated burial pricing around $5,087.
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Weekday8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Weekend9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Holiday10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
OfficeMonday-Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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Services

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burial
pre planning
flower delivery
monument sales
genealogy research
green burial
Amenities

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parking
benches
walking paths
restrooms
water stations
gazebo
meditation garden
Pricing

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Price tier: moderate

Burial cost: $5,087

Cremation cost: $902

Pre-planning: Available

Financing: Not listed

Source: Estimated from directory heuristics

Last checked: 2026-02-22

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Access guidance recommended

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Pet policy

not allowed

Nearby landmarks

Salem Historic DistrictSalem City HallSalem Riverfront

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How do I schedule a burial or committal at City View Cemetery?

Arrangements are generally coordinated through the cemetery office. Call ahead to confirm required documents, arrival windows, and whether chapel or committal shelter space must be reserved.

Does City View Cemetery offer cremation or columbarium options?

City View Cemetery is primarily focused on traditional ground burial. Families should confirm off-site cremation arrangements and memorial placement policies with the office before making plans.

Can I research older burial records at City View Cemetery?

City View Cemetery has enough archival depth to support genealogy research, and the directory reflects either active digitized records or staff-assisted history lookups.

Are there visitor rules I should know before arriving at City View Cemetery?

Visitors should plan for respectful, daytime visits, follow posted rules for flowers and decorations, and confirm pet, photo, and service-hour policies before traveling.

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