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Direct cremation in Concord, New Hampshire: cost & providers

Median direct cremation · Concord, New Hampshire

$2,600

Direct cremation in Concord typically costs between $1,000 and $4,500 — 13% above the national average.

Low $1,000Median $2,600High $4,500

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
$4,500
Heads up: in New Hampshire, 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 Concord, New Hampshire

Typical price
$2,600
13% above the national average
New Hampshire cremation rate
77%

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
New Hampshire Board of Funeral Directors and Embalmers, the body that licenses providers and handles complaints.

General guidance for Concord, New Hampshire. Confirm current rules with the relevant state authority before making arrangements.

Local providers

Cremation providers in Concord

Funeral homes and crematories serving Concord, New Hampshire. Listings are from public data — confirm current pricing and services directly.

Bennett Funeral Home

4.7 (66 reviews)

209 N Main St, Concord, NH 03301, USA

Waters Funeral Home

5.0 (8 reviews)

50 S Main St, Concord, NH 03301, USA

Concord Crematorium

5.0 (3 reviews)

8 Broken Bridge Rd, Concord, NH 03301, USA

Phaneuf Funeral Homes & Crematorium

5.0 (40 reviews)

172 King St, Boscawen, NH 03303, USA

Cremation Society of New Hampshire

5.0 (297 reviews)

172 King St, Boscawen, NH 03303, USA

Roan Family Funeral Home

5.0 (39 reviews)

167 Main St, Pembroke, NH 03275, USA

Roan Family Funeral Home - Still Oaks Chapel

4.9 (9 reviews)

1217 Suncook Valley Hwy S, Epsom, NH 03234, USA

Hillside Pet Crematory

5.0 (24 reviews)

8 Broken Bridge Rd, Concord, NH 03301, 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 Concord, New Hampshire?
In Concord, New Hampshire, direct cremation typically ranges from $1,000 to $4,500, 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 Concord, New Hampshire?
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