Cheapest Cremation in Hickory, NC (2026)
The lowest direct cremation in Hickory starts at $1,595 from Drum Funeral Home-Hickory. Below, every active local provider is ranked by price so you can compare and request free quotes.
Lowest price
$1,595
Median price
$1,820
Highest price
$2,100
Based on the published prices of 4 of 9 Hickory providers.
| # | Provider | Direct Cremation | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Drum Funeral Home-HickoryLowest price | $1,595 | 4.9★ (39) |
| 2 | Catawba Memorial Park, Funerals & Cremations | $1,820 | 4.4★ (7) |
| 3 | Hickory Funeral Home | $1,820 | 4.9★ (82) |
| 4 | Bass-Smith Funeral Home and Crematory of Hickory | $2,100 | 4.9★ (36) |
| 5 | Allen Mitchell Funeral Home, Inc. | Call for pricing | 4★ (8) |
| 6 | Caring Cremations Life Celebrations and Funerals | Call for pricing | 4.9★ (133) |
| 7 | Catawba Memorial Park | Call for pricing | 4.8★ (119) |
| 8 | Dirk M Thompson Mortuary Inc | Call for pricing | 3.7★ (3) |
| 9 | Family Pet Cremations Hickory | Call for pricing | 5★ (167) |
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 Hickory
The single biggest way to lower your cost is to choose a direct cremation — cremation with no viewing or ceremony beforehand. In Hickory, 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 Hickory cremation providers page, or compare statewide pricing in our cost of cremation in North Carolina guide.
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