Funeral Costs in Pennsylvania (2026)
Average funeral prices across Pennsylvania, based on data from 650 funeral homes. Traditional burial averages $8,138 statewide.
How much does a funeral cost in Pennsylvania?
Traditional Burial $8,138 Pennsylvania average
Funeral Homes Listed 650 across Pennsylvania
With Pricing Data 301 itemized costs available
Funeral Costs by City in Pennsylvania
Select a city to see itemized pricing and compare funeral homes.
| City | Funeral Homes | With Pricing | Avg Direct Cremation | View Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 108 | 92 | $1,817 | Compare prices → |
| Pittsburgh | 69 | 57 | $1,904 | Compare prices → |
| Erie | 33 | 17 | $2,205 | Compare prices → |
| Allentown | 20 | 11 | $2,569 | Compare prices → |
| Scranton | 19 | 15 | $2,254 | Compare prices → |
| Reading | 14 | 13 | $3,151 | Compare prices → |
| Bethlehem | 13 | 6 | $2,538 | Compare prices → |
| Altoona | 11 | 10 | $1,780 | Compare prices → |
| Wilkes-Barre | 11 | — | — | Compare prices → |
| Trenton | 10 | — | — | Compare prices → |
| McKeesport | 8 | 8 | $1,402 | Compare prices → |
| Carbondale | 7 | 7 | $1,564 | Compare prices → |
| West Chester | 6 | 3 | $3,227 | Compare prices → |
| Aliquippa | 5 | 5 | $2,106 | Compare prices → |
| Beaver Falls | 5 | 5 | $1,823 | Compare prices → |
| Canonsburg | 5 | — | — | Compare prices → |
| Chester | 5 | 2 | $1,773 | Compare prices → |
| McKees Rocks | 5 | 1 | $3,372 | Compare prices → |
| Pittston | 5 | 5 | $2,039 | Compare prices → |
| Camden | 4 | — | — | Compare prices → |
| Johnstown | 4 | — | — | Compare prices → |
| Monessen | 4 | 4 | $1,409 | Compare prices → |
| Shamokin | 4 | — | — | Compare prices → |
| Zelienople | 4 | 2 | $2,625 | Compare prices → |
| Coraopolis | 3 | 1 | $1,790 | Compare prices → |
| Easton | 3 | 3 | $2,663 | Compare prices → |
| Emmaus | 3 | 1 | $2,400 | Compare prices → |
| Frackville | 3 | — | — | Compare prices → |
| Hermitage | 3 | 3 | $1,852 | Compare prices → |
| Lehighton | 3 | — | — | Compare prices → |
Frequently Asked Questions — Pennsylvania Funeral Costs
What is the average cost of a funeral in Pennsylvania?
The average cost of a traditional funeral in Pennsylvania is $8,138, which includes the funeral home's basic services fee, embalming, viewing, funeral ceremony, and burial. Direct cremation is significantly less expensive. Costs vary by city and funeral home.
What is the cheapest funeral option in Pennsylvania?
Direct cremation is consistently the least expensive funeral option in Pennsylvania. It involves cremation shortly after death without embalming, viewing, or a formal funeral service. The ashes are returned to the family. Many families then hold a separate memorial service at a time and place of their choosing.
Are funeral prices regulated in Pennsylvania?
The FTC Funeral Rule requires all funeral homes in the United States — including Pennsylvania — to provide itemized price lists upon request. This means you can call any funeral home and ask for their General Price List (GPL) before committing to any services. Always get prices in writing and compare multiple funeral homes.
About This Data
Funeral cost data for Pennsylvania comes from OfficialObituary.com's directory of 650 funeral homes. Prices are sourced from individual funeral home websites and updated regularly. Contact funeral homes directly for current pricing.