Artesia Cemetery, Cerritos Headstones & Monuments
Photos of Memorials we’ve placed at Artesia Cemetery in Cerritos, with Current Headstone Prices, Approved Sizes and the Cemetery’s Regulations.
Photos of Memorials We’ve Placed at Artesia Cemetery
A few of the granite markers we’ve placed at Artesia Cemetery.
Approved Sizes and the Cemetery’s Regulations
Artesia Cemetery permits both flat granite markers and upright monuments, though uprights are limited to Tier 1, the cemetery’s designated front section. Flat markers must include either a 2-inch sanded border or a lawn mower protection (LMP) edge; we build every flat marker here with the standard 2-inch sanded border, with LMP available as a paid upgrade. Markers may be granite or bronze, one marker per grave (up to three smaller markers per grave where sizing allows), and every headstone must be authorized by the District before it’s built.
Cremation / Infant Flat 20″ × 12″ × 3″
The smallest flat marker permitted at Artesia, sized for cremation and infant graves.
Single Grave Flat 28″ × 16″ × 3″
The standard flat marker for a single adult grave, VJ’s most common size at Artesia.
Side by Side Flat 36″ × 18″ × 3″
A companion flat marker for two adjoining plots, the largest flat size the District permits.
Upright Cremation / Infant 18″ × 6″ × 18″
The smallest upright monument permitted, with a 12″ × 12″ × 6″ base. Tier 1 section only.
Upright Single Grave 18″ × 6″ × 24″
A single-grave upright monument with a 28″ × 12″ × 6″ base. Tier 1 section only.
Upright Side by Side 36″ × 6″ × 28″
A companion upright monument with a 42″ × 12″ × 6″ base, the largest size the District permits. Tier 1 section only.
Artesia Cemetery allows our full palette of 18 granite colors, plus bronze.
Not sure what size or marker type fits your family’s plot? Give us a call and we’ll look it up for you.
Current Headstone Prices at Artesia Cemetery
Memorial pricing for Artesia Cemetery depends on the type of memorial, size, granite color, and the artwork or inscription you choose.
Flat Granite Markers
Cremation / Infant 20″ × 12″ × 3″: from $490
Single Grave 28″ × 16″ × 3″: from $830
Side by Side 36″ × 18″ × 3″: from $1,156
Bronze Flat Markers
Bronze 28″ × 16″: from $2,400
Upright Monuments (Tier 1 section only)
Cremation / Infant 18″ × 6″ × 18″: from $1,850
Single Grave 18″ × 6″ × 24″: from $2,300
Side by Side 36″ × 6″ × 28″: from $4,600
Artesia Cemetery District charges a setting fee that varies by marker type and size, billed separately from the memorial (see our FAQ below for the fee schedule). Every quote from us is itemized. Bring us a competitor’s written quote and we’ll match or beat it. See our full pricing page →
What Families Say About Us
What Families Ask About Artesia Cemetery
Do you handle everything with Artesia Cemetery?
Yes. We design and engrave the memorial at our Chino factory, and once you approve the design proof we take it from there: paperwork, cemetery approval, and delivery coordination. No separate calls to Artesia Cemetery on your end.
What are Artesia Cemetery’s visiting hours?
Artesia Cemetery’s gates are open every day from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., staying open until dusk from May through September. The District office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and closed on weekends and holidays. For holiday hours or section access questions, call the cemetery office at (562) 865-6300.
Why can’t I buy the headstone from the cemetery?
Artesia Cemetery is a public cemetery district, and California law prohibits public cemeteries from selling memorials. Families buy the marker from a monument company like ours, and the District installs it for a setting fee.
What are the setting fees at Artesia Cemetery?
As of July 1, 2026, Artesia Cemetery District’s setting fee depends on the type and size of marker: from $350 for a flat cremation or infant marker up to $1,200 for the largest upright monument. This fee includes the cemetery’s own flower vase and is paid directly to the District, separate from the cost of the memorial itself. See Artesia’s Headstone/Marker Authorization Form (PDF) →
Who installs the marker at Artesia Cemetery?
Artesia Cemetery District’s own crew. We deliver the finished memorial to the cemetery, and their team sets it level with the ground. The setting fee covers this installation.
How long does it take to get a headstone made and set at Artesia Cemetery?
In-stock flat markers are ready in 2–4 weeks; upright monuments may take a bit longer. Special orders may take longer too; we’ll let you know up front. Artesia requires every headstone be placed within six months of burial, and the District’s own crew handles the setting once your marker is approved.
Can I add an inscription to an existing memorial at Artesia Cemetery?
Yes. We add inscriptions to existing memorials on site at Artesia Cemetery. We bring our portable engraving equipment right to the gravesite, so there’s no need to disturb the memorial or coordinate a removal. Adding a second name, a death date, or a short inscription typically takes a couple of hours on site. Learn more about on-site engraving →
Are upright monuments allowed anywhere at Artesia Cemetery?
No. Upright monuments are permitted only in Tier 1, the cemetery’s designated front section. We’ll confirm your family’s plot qualifies before any design work begins.
From Our Chino Factory to Artesia Cemetery
Our factory and showrooms in Chino are about 33 miles from Artesia Cemetery, roughly a 42-minute drive via the 57. Every memorial bound for Artesia Cemetery is designed and hand-finished here in Chino, then delivered by our own team.
Artesia Cemetery is an easy drive from our Chino factory, so we’d love for you to visit us in person.
One of Los Angeles County’s Oldest Cemeteries
Established as a public cemetery district in 1928, after decades as one of the county’s oldest privately run burial grounds.
Artesia Cemetery’s earliest recorded burials date back to the 1860s, when it was privately owned and served the area’s early Los Angeles County pioneers and settlers. On September 24, 1928, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors converted the cemetery into the Artesia Cemetery District, a public special district governed by a Board of Trustees appointed to four-year terms. Today the 14-acre cemetery remains one of the county’s oldest and most established.
Families from across southeast Los Angeles County use Artesia Cemetery, including Artesia, Cerritos, Hawaiian Gardens, and parts of Lakewood, Norwalk, and Long Beach.
Ownership: Public special district. Governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.
Phone: (562) 865-6300
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Honoring a Loved One at Artesia Cemetery?
Visit our Chino factory to see granite samples and full-size markers in every color the District allows, or call and we can talk through what’s possible for your family’s plot at Artesia Cemetery. No appointment required, but a quick call ahead lets us make sure the right person is here to help you.
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