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Direct cremation in Rockville, Maryland: cost & providers

Median direct cremation · Rockville, Maryland

$2,600

Direct cremation in Rockville typically costs between $1,000 and $4,600 — 13% above the national average.

Low $1,000Median $2,600High $4,600

Ranges are estimates from public pricing, so verify exact prices with local providers.

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What should a direct cremation cost?

Low
$1,000
Typical
$2,600
High
$4,600
Heads up: in Maryland, paying more than $2,600 for a direct cremation usually means you’re covering bundled extras you may not need.

Ranges are estimates from public pricing. Verify exact prices with local providers.

By the numbers

Direct cremation in Rockville, Maryland

Typical price
$2,600
13% above the national average
Maryland cremation rate
56%

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
Maryland State Board of Morticians and Funeral Directors, the body that licenses providers and handles complaints.

General guidance for Rockville, Maryland. Confirm current rules with the relevant state authority before making arrangements.

Local providers

Cremation providers in Rockville

Funeral homes and crematories serving Rockville, Maryland. Listings are from public data — confirm current pricing and services directly.

Going Home Cremation & Funeral Care by Value Choice, P.A.

4.9 (353 reviews)

170 Rollins Ave Ste 100, Rockville, MD 20852, USA

Snowden Funeral Home

4.7 (75 reviews)

246 N Washington St, Rockville, MD 20850, USA

Sagel Bloomfield Danzansky Goldberg Funeral Care Inc

4.9 (207 reviews)

170 Rollins Ave, Rockville, MD 20852, USA

Robert A. Pumphrey Funeral Home, Rockville, Inc.

4.5 (22 reviews)

300 W Montgomery Ave, Rockville, MD 20850, USA

Celebracion de Vida Funerals & Cremations, P.A.

5.0 (7 reviews)

170 Rollins Ave Ste 300, Rockville, MD 20852, USA

Cole Funeral Services, P.A.

4.9 (26 reviews)

4110 Aspen Hill Rd #100, Rockville, MD 20853, USA

DeVol Funeral Home

4.8 (169 reviews)

10 E Deer Park Dr, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

Thibadeau Mortuary

4.8 (98 reviews)

124 E Diamond Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, 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 Rockville, Maryland?
In Rockville, Maryland, direct cremation typically ranges from $1,000 to $4,600, with a typical price around $2,600. 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 Rockville, Maryland?
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.

After the arrangements

When you’re ready