Cheapest Cremation in Binghamton, NY (2026)

Prices from $1,470 at 9 cremation providers in Binghamton. Sorted cheapest first.

How much does cremation cost in Binghamton?

Cheapest Option $1,470 DeMunn Funeral Home
Average Cremation $2,229 Binghamton average
Providers Compared 9 with pricing data

Cremation Providers in Binghamton โ€” Sorted by Price

# Provider Direct Cremation Basic Services Fee Phone
๐Ÿ† DeMunn Funeral Home
36 Conklin Ave
$1,470 $1,295 607-722-8800
2 Hopler & Eschbach Funeral Home
483 Chenango Street
$1,550 $1,100 607-722-4023
3 Fischer-Scholder Funeral Home
269 Chenango Street
$1,750 $1,275 607-724-3023
4 Bednarsky Funeral Home
96 Glenwood Avenue
$1,795 $1,025 607-797-2053
5 Chopyak Scheider Funeral Home
326 Prospect Street
$2,100 $1,740 607-797-4612
6 Ernest H. Parsons Funeral Home
71 Main Street
$2,395 $1,475 607-724-1336
7 Thomas J. Shea Funeral Home
137 Robinson St
$2,395 $1,685 607-724-2903
8 J.A. McCormack Sons Funeral Home
141 Main St.
$3,210 $1,840 607-722-6923
9 Wm. R. Chase & Son Funeral Home
737 Chenango Street
$3,395 $2,725 607-772-0320

What is included in direct cremation?

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Transportation

Transfer of the deceased from the place of death to the crematory.

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Death certificate filing

The funeral home completes and files the death certificate with the state. Additional certified copies are typically $10โ€“$25 each.

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Cremation

The actual cremation process, carried out at a licensed crematory.

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Return of remains

Ashes returned in a basic plastic or cardboard container. Upgrades to urns cost extra.

What is NOT included in direct cremation:

  • Embalming (not needed for direct cremation)
  • Viewing or visitation
  • Formal funeral service or ceremony
  • Decorative urn (add $50โ€“$500+)
  • Obituary placement
  • Flowers

Many families choose direct cremation and then hold a separate memorial service at home, a park, or a place of worship โ€” at no additional cost to the funeral home.

Frequently Asked Questions โ€” Cremation in Binghamton

What is the cheapest cremation option in Binghamton, New York?

The cheapest direct cremation in Binghamton is $1,470 at DeMunn Funeral Home, located at 36 Conklin Ave. Call 607-722-8800 for current availability.

Is direct cremation legal in New York?

Yes, direct cremation is legal in all 50 states including New York. The FTC Funeral Rule guarantees your right to choose only the services you want. No funeral home can require you to purchase embalming, a viewing, or a casket if you choose direct cremation.

What is the difference between direct cremation and cremation with a service?

Direct cremation has no embalming, no viewing, and no funeral ceremony at the funeral home. It's the simplest and least expensive option. Cremation with a service (sometimes called "cremation with memorial") adds one or more of those elements โ€” a viewing before cremation, a funeral ceremony at the funeral home, or a graveside service. Each addition increases the cost.

Can I hold a memorial service after direct cremation?

Yes. Many families choose direct cremation precisely because it separates the practical arrangements from the memorial. Once you have the ashes, you can hold a memorial service anywhere โ€” at home, at a park, at a church, or at a restaurant โ€” at any time that works for the family. There is no funeral home fee for this.

About This Pricing Data

Cremation prices for Binghamton, New York are sourced from OfficialObituary.com's directory of 10,000+ funeral homes. Prices are collected from individual funeral home General Price Lists and updated periodically. Always confirm current pricing directly with the provider before making arrangements.

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