Connecticut Funeral & Cremation Costs
Dataset snapshot: 2026-08-30 · Source year and coverage vary by page.
1 cities with pricing data · Compare cremation, burial and cemetery costs across Connecticut
Quick Answer
Average cremation cost in Connecticut: $1200 (direct) to $3500 (with service)
Connecticut Funeral & Cremation Costs: State Overview
Connecticut funeral costs run above the national average, reflecting high land costs in the New York metro spillover. Direct cremation in Hartford starts at $695. The state’s cremation rate is approximately 55% and rising.
Connecticut Funeral Regulations
Connecticut does not require embalming. The Connecticut Department of Public Health licenses funeral directors, and funeral homes must provide an itemized General Price List under the FTC Funeral Rule. Pre-need funeral contracts must be placed in trust.
Connecticut Cost Range Summary
| Service | Low Range | Average | High Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Cremation | $695 | $1,200 | $2,700 |
| Cremation with Memorial | $1,800 | $3,500 | $6,300 |
| Full Traditional Burial | $5,400 | $8,500 | $15,500 |
| Cemetery Plot | $1,500 | $3,200 | $7,500 |
Veterans Benefits in Connecticut
Connecticut has no federal VA national cemetery — the nearest is Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne. The Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown provides free burial for eligible veterans and spouses.
Veterans Burial Benefits in Connecticut
If the deceased was a veteran, burial in a VA national cemetery is free — the plot, opening and closing, headstone, and flag are all covered, plus a cash burial allowance of $300-$2,000.
Green Burial Options in Connecticut
Connecticut Cities — Funeral Cost Comparison
Hartford Funeral & Cremation Costs 2026
Cremation from $695 · Burial from $5400
Metro population: 1,211,324