Cheapest Cremation in Scranton, PA (2026)

Prices from $1,575 at 15 cremation providers in Scranton. Sorted cheapest first.

How much does cremation cost in Scranton?

Cheapest Option $1,575 Nicholas Chomko Funeral Home

Average Cremation $2,254 Scranton average

Providers Compared 15 with pricing data

Cremation Providers in Scranton — Sorted by Price

#	Provider	Direct Cremation	Basic Services Fee	Phone
🏆	Nicholas Chomko Funeral Home 1132 Prospect Avenue	$1,575	$1,775	570-347-6120
2	Frank M. Regan Funeral Home 715 Linden Street	$1,600	$1,995	570-344-6041
3	Joseph J. Sznyter Funeral Home 1101 Prospect Avenue	$1,795	$1,295	570-343-3713
4	Edward J. Chomko Funeral Home 254-268 Railroad Avenue	$1,895	$1,400	570-342-3657
5	Howard J. Snowdon Funeral Home Inc. 1810 Sanderson Ave	$1,995	$1,615	570-343-0712
6	Leon S. Gorgol Funeral Home 1131 Pittston Avenue	$2,080	$2,695	570-343-1332
7	Neil W. Regan Funeral Home 1900 Pittston Avenue	$2,195	$1,670	570-343-6416
8	Bomberger-Lesko Funeral Home 1660 N. Main Avenue	$2,275	$1,850	570-346-7336
9	Eugene A. Cusick Jr. Funeral Home 217 Jefferson Avenue	$2,450	$1,425	570-342-3191
10	Patrick F. Guido Funeral Home 120 S. Main Ave	$2,500	$1,500	570-344-5662
11	Solfanelli-Fiorillo Funeral Home 1030 N. Main Avenue	$2,500	$1,500	570-344-6512
12	Vanston & James Funeral Home 1401 Ash Street	$2,500	$1,780	570-344-2498
13	Miller Bean Funeral Home 436 Cedar Avenue	$2,510	$1,985	570-343-2212
14	Strauch Funeral Home 602 Birch Street	$2,795	$1,995	570-343-0413
15	August J. Haas Funeral Home 204 Pittston Avenue	$3,150	$3,150	570-343-4064

What is included in direct cremation?

✓

Transportation

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

✓

Death certificate filing

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

✓

Cremation

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

✓

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 $50–$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 — at no additional cost to the funeral home.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cremation in Scranton

What is the cheapest cremation option in Scranton, Pennsylvania?

The cheapest direct cremation in Scranton is $1,575 at Nicholas Chomko Funeral Home, located at 1132 Prospect Avenue. Call 570-347-6120 for current availability.

Is direct cremation legal in Pennsylvania?

Yes, direct cremation is legal in all 50 states including Pennsylvania. 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 — 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 — at home, at a park, at a church, or at a restaurant — at any time that works for the family. There is no funeral home fee for this.

About This Pricing Data

Cremation prices for Scranton, Pennsylvania 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.

View all funeral costs in Scranton → · Browse Pennsylvania funeral homes →