Direct cremation in Multnomah County, Oregon: cost & providers
Median direct cremation · Multnomah County, Oregon
Direct cremation in Multnomah County typically costs between $795 and $3,900 — about the national average.
Ranges are estimates from public pricing, so verify exact prices with local providers.
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Direct cremation in Multnomah County, Oregon
Legal & logistics
Pending verification- Waiting period
- A short waiting period after death may apply before cremation can proceed.
- Permits & authorisation
- A cremation permit and an authorisation form signed by the next of kin are typically required.
- Scattering ashes
- Scattering on private land is generally allowed with permission; public land and waterways have their own rules. At sea, the federal EPA rule requires scattering at least 3 nautical miles from shore.
- State regulator
- Oregon Mortuary and Cemetery Board, the body that licenses providers and handles complaints.
General guidance for Multnomah County, Oregon. Confirm current rules with the relevant state authority before making arrangements.
Local providers
Cremation providers in Multnomah County
Funeral homes and crematories serving Multnomah County, Oregon. Listings are from public data — confirm current pricing and services directly.
Omega Funeral & Cremation Services
223 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233, USA
Neptune Cremation Service
11211 SE 82nd Ave Ste N, Happy Valley, OR 97086, USA
Holman's Funeral & Cremation Service
2610 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214, USA
River View Cemetery Funeral Home
8421 S Macadam Ave, Portland, OR 97219, USA
Crown Cremation Services
832 NE Broadway, Portland, OR 97232, USA
Riverview Abbey Funeral Home
319 S Taylors Ferry Rd, Portland, OR 97219, USA
Zeller Chapel Of The Roses Funeral Home
2107 NE Broadway, Portland, OR 97232, USA
Lincoln Memorial Park & Funeral Home
11801 SE Mt Scott Blvd, Portland, OR 97086, USA
Provider listings are drawn from public sources and are not an endorsement. Verify details, services and pricing with each provider.
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What's included
- Transfer of your loved one into the funeral home's care
- Required paperwork and the cremation permit
- The cremation itself
- A basic container and return of the ashes
What to watch for
- Hidden add-ons — urns, viewings, or memorial packages you may not need
- “Cremation” quotes that are really full-service with extras bundled in
- Mileage or transfer fees outside a set radius
- Pressure to decide quickly — a reputable provider gives you time
Frequently asked
- How much does a direct cremation cost in Multnomah County, Oregon?
- In Multnomah County, Oregon, direct cremation typically ranges from $795 to $3,900, with a typical price around $2,250. Paying much above this usually means extras are bundled in.
- What is direct cremation?
- Direct cremation is a cremation carried out shortly after death, without a viewing or funeral service beforehand. Families can hold a memorial later, on their own terms — which is part of why it costs less.
- Is direct cremation the cheapest option in Multnomah County, Oregon?
- It's usually the lowest-cost option available, because it removes the service, casket, embalming and viewing. A traditional funeral with burial often costs several times more.
- Can I still hold a memorial?
- Yes. Many families choose direct cremation precisely so they can hold a personal memorial later — at home, outdoors, or whenever loved ones can gather.