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Cemeteries in McDowell County, WV

McDowell County, West Virginia has 93 cemeteries in our directory, listed under 3 nearby cities and towns. The most listings are near Gilbert Creek (59), Welch (33) and Mullens (1).

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How McDowell County compares

McDowell County has 54.2 listed cemeteries per 10,000 residents, against 22.6 for West Virginia, which puts it 13th of 55 West Virginia counties on this measure. Census estimates count 405 deaths here in 2024, about 68 for each of the 6 funeral homes we know of (9th of 55 by number of funeral homes).

MeasureMcDowell CountyWest VirginiaRank
Cemeteries per 10,000 residents54.222.613th of 55
Cemeteries per 100 square miles17.416.625th of 55
Deaths in 2024 (estimate)40524,52419th of 55
Deaths in 2024 per listed cemetery4.46.139th of 55
Funeral homes62449th of 55
Deaths in 2024 per funeral home6810144th of 55
Cremation providers04420th of 55
Monument dealers01211th of 55
Notable burials025228th of 55

Population and deaths: US Census Bureau Vintage 2024 estimates. Land area: 2020 Census Gazetteer. Funeral homes, cremation providers and monument dealers come from our sister directory, Funeral Home Directory USA. Ranks run from the highest value down, among West Virginia counties with the figure available. Compare McDowell County with other places.

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Funeral homes and monument dealers in McDowell County

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Frequently asked questions

How many cemeteries are in McDowell County?

We list 93 cemeteries in McDowell County, West Virginia. Small family burial grounds recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey are included, so the count is higher than the number of cemeteries with an office or staff.

Where are burial records for McDowell County kept?

Death certificates are held by the West Virginia vital records office and often the county clerk or health department. Individual cemeteries keep their own interment records; church cemeteries may keep them at the parish office. County historical and genealogical societies often have transcriptions of older cemeteries.

Can I visit family cemeteries in McDowell County?

Many family cemeteries sit on private land. Ask the landowner before visiting. West Virginia law may give descendants a right of reasonable access, but the rules and process vary by state.

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