Cheapest Cremation in Fresno, CA (2026)
The lowest direct cremation in Fresno starts at $1,100 from Edward A Cooper Cremation Society. Below, every active local provider is ranked by price so you can compare and request free quotes.
Lowest price
$1,100
Median price
$1,675
Typical range
$1,255–$1,945
Based on the published prices of 12 of 14 Fresno providers. Half list direct cremation between $1,255–$1,945.
| # | Provider | Direct Cremation | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Edward A Cooper Cremation SocietyLowest price | $1,100 | 2.3★ (3) |
| 2 | Serenity Funeral Services | $1,100 | 2.5★ (33) |
| 3 | Reade & Sons Funeral Home, Inc | $1,250 | 4★ (39) |
| 4 | Cremation Society of Central California | $1,255 | 5★ (8) |
| 5 | Sterling & Smith Funeral Directors, Inc | $1,487 | 3.9★ (40) |
| 6 | Fresno Funeral Chapel | $1,600 | 4.3★ (12) |
| 7 | Chapel of the Light | $1,750 | 4.6★ (105) |
| 8 | Funeraria Del Angel Fresno | $1,945 | 4.8★ (142) |
| 9 | Palm LaPaz Funerals and Cremations | $1,945 | 4★ (55) |
| 10 | Cherished Family Funeral Home | $1,950 | 4.8★ (73) |
| 11 | Neptune Society of Central California | $2,385 | 3.7★ (15) |
| 12 | Stephens and Bean Funeral Chapel | $2,670 | 4.9★ (146) |
| 13 | California Crematory | Call for pricing | — |
| 14 | Yosemite Cremation Service | Call for pricing | 3★ (2) |
Prices are 2026 direct cremation estimates from each provider's listing and may change. They are not quotes — always request a written, itemized price list (your right under the FTC Funeral Rule) before paying.
How to get the cheapest cremation in Fresno
The single biggest way to lower your cost is to choose a direct cremation — cremation with no viewing or ceremony beforehand. In Fresno, prices for the exact same direct cremation routinely vary by $1,000 or more between providers, which is why comparing the ranked list above pays off. Dedicated cremation specialists almost always undercut full-service funeral homes for a simple cremation.
Get at least three itemized quotes, supply your own urn rather than buying the provider's, and confirm exactly what each price includes (transportation, the cremation, a basic container, permits, and return of the ashes). Our cheapest direct cremation guide and list of hidden fees to watch for walk through how to avoid overpaying.
See all options and read reviews on the main Fresno cremation providers page, or compare statewide pricing in our cost of cremation in California guide.
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