The Global Death Care Services Market is valued at approximately USD 99.53 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to grow with a healthy growth rate of more than 6.79% over the forecast period 2024-2032. Death care services encompass a range of services provided to manage and handle the remains of deceased individuals, as well as to support grieving families and friends. This market refers to the industry that provides services related to the disposition of human remains and associated ceremonies, including funeral homes, cemeteries, and crematories. The market is driven by the rising geriatric population and the prevalence of chronic diseases, which increase the need for death care services. Additionally, cultural and traditional preferences for funeral services further shape the market. While the high costs associated with these services and environmental concerns pose challenges, growing investments in deathcare infrastructure and the emergence of digital deathcare services offer new growth opportunities.
The Global Death Care Services Market is segmented into various categories based on services, arrangement, and end-use. Burial services cater to individuals preferring traditional in-ground burials and include offerings such as caskets, burial plots, and headstones. Cremation services are gaining popularity due to cost-effectiveness, simplicity, and flexibility. Grief support and counseling services provide essential emotional support to the bereaved, while legal and administrative assistance helps navigate complex legalities. Memorials and keepsakes offer physical remembrances of the deceased, and transportation and repatriation services ensure the proper transfer of remains.
In terms of arrangement, the market distinguishes between at-need and pre-need arrangements. At-need arrangements address immediate needs following a death, while pre-need arrangements involve planning and payment for services in advance to alleviate future burdens. End-use segments include cemeteries, which offer traditional burial spaces, and funeral homes, which provide comprehensive services from care of the deceased to funeral planning and execution.
Regionally, the death care services market is analyzed across the Americas, EMEA, and the Asia-Pacific regions. The Americas, particularly the United States and Canada, see significant corporate presence in death care services. The Asia-Pacific region's market is influenced by cultural and religious traditions, with a growing need for memorial parks and high-tech cremation facilities. The EMEA region combines traditional practices with evolving services, driven by strict regulations and environmental concerns.
Major market players included in this report are:
- ServiceMaster Company, LLC
- Anthyesti Funeral Service
- Arbor Memorial Inc.
- Baalmann Mortuary
- Batesville Services, LLC
- Carriage Services, Inc.
- Charbonnet Labat Funeral Home
- Citizens Funeral Services, Inc.
- Classic Memorials Inc.
- Co-operative Group Limited
- Creter Vault Corporation
- Dignity PLC
- Doric Products Inc.
- Foundation Partners Group LLC
- Fu Shou Yuan International Group Limited
The detailed segments and sub-segment of the market are explained below:
By Services
- Burial Services
- Cremation Services
- Grief Support & Counseling Services
- Legal & Administrative Assistance
- Memorials & Keepsakes
- Transportation & Repatriation Services
By Arrangement
- At-Need Arrangement
- Pre-Need Arrangement
By End-use
By Region:
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Europe
- UK
- Germany
- France
- Spain
- Italy
- ROE
- Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
- RoAPAC
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Middle East & Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- RoMEA
Years considered for the study are as follows:
- Historical year - 2022
- Base year - 2023
- Forecast period - 2024 to 2032
Key Takeaways:
- Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
- Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
- Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
- Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
- Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
- Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
- Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Global Death Care Services Market Executive Summary
- 1.1. Global Death Care Services Market Size & Forecast (2022-2032)
- 1.2. Regional Summary
- 1.3. Segmental Summary
- 1.3.1. By Services
- 1.3.2. By Arrangement
- 1.3.3. By End-use
- 1.4. Key Trends
- 1.5. Recession Impact
- 1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 2. Global Death Care Services Market Definition and Research Assumptions
- 2.1. Research Objective
- 2.2. Market Definition
- 2.3. Research Assumptions
- 2.3.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
- 2.3.2. Limitations
- 2.3.3. Supply Side Analysis
- 2.3.3.1. Availability
- 2.3.3.2. Infrastructure
- 2.3.3.3. Regulatory Environment
- 2.3.3.4. Market Competition
- 2.3.3.5. Economic Viability (Consumer's Perspective)
- 2.3.4. Demand Side Analysis
- 2.3.4.1. Regulatory frameworks
- 2.3.4.2. Technological Advancements
- 2.3.4.3. Environmental Considerations
- 2.3.4.4. Consumer Awareness & Acceptance
- 2.4. Estimation Methodology
- 2.5. Years Considered for the Study
- 2.6. Currency Conversion Rates
Chapter 3. Global Death Care Services Market Dynamics
- 3.1. Market Drivers
- 3.1.1. Rising Geriatric Population
- 3.1.2. Prevalence of Chronic Diseases
- 3.1.3. Cultural and Traditional Preferences
- 3.2. Market Challenges
- 3.2.1. High Costs
- 3.2.2. Environmental Concerns
- 3.3. Market Opportunities
- 3.3.1. Investments in Deathcare Infrastructure
- 3.3.2. Emergence of Digital Deathcare Services
- 3.3.3. Eco-friendly Funeral Services
Chapter 4. Global Death Care Services Market Industry Analysis
- 4.1. Porter's 5 Force Model
- 4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
- 4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
- 4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
- 4.1.6. Futuristic Approach to Porter's 5 Force Model
- 4.1.7. Porter's 5 Force Impact Analysis
- 4.2. PESTEL Analysis
- 4.2.1. Political
- 4.2.2. Economical
- 4.2.3. Social
- 4.2.4. Technological
- 4.2.5. Environmental
- 4.2.6. Legal
- 4.3. Top Investment Opportunity
- 4.4. Top Winning Strategies
- 4.5. Disruptive Trends
- 4.6. Industry Expert Perspective
- 4.7. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 5. Global Death Care Services Market Size & Forecasts by Services 2022-2032
- 5.1. Segment Dashboard
- 5.2. Global Death Care Services Market: Services Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
- 5.2.1. Burial Services
- 5.2.2. Cremation Services
- 5.2.3. Grief Support & Counseling Services
- 5.2.4. Legal & Administrative Assistance
- 5.2.5. Memorials & Keepsakes
- 5.2.6. Transportation & Repatriation Services
Chapter 6. Global Death Care Services Market Size & Forecasts by Arrangement 2022-2032
- 6.1. Segment Dashboard
- 6.2. Global Death Care Services Market: Arrangement Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
- 6.2.1. At-Need Arrangement
- 6.2.2. Pre-Need Arrangement
Chapter 7. Global Death Care Services Market Size & Forecasts by End-use 2022-2032
- 7.1. Segment Dashboard
- 7.2. Global Death Care Services Market: End-use Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
- 7.2.1. Cemeteries
- 7.2.2. Funeral Homes
Chapter 8. Global Death Care Services Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2022-2032
- 8.1. North America Death Care Services Market
- 8.1.1. U.S. Death Care Services Market
- 8.1.1.1. By Services breakdown size & forecasts, 2022-2032
- 8.1.1.2. By Arrangement breakdown size & forecasts, 2022-2032
- 8.1.1.3. By End-use breakdown size & forecasts, 2022-2032
- 8.1.2. Canada Death Care Services Market
- 8.2. Europe Death Care Services Market
- 8.2.1. U.K. Death Care Services Market
- 8.2.2. Germany Death Care Services Market
- 8.2.3. France Death Care Services Market
- 8.2.4. Spain Death Care Services Market
- 8.2.5. Italy Death Care Services Market
- 8.2.6. Rest of Europe Death Care Services Market
- 8.3. Asia-Pacific Death Care Services Market
- 8.3.1. China Death Care Services Market
- 8.3.2. India Death Care Services Market
- 8.3.3. Japan Death Care Services Market
- 8.3.4. Australia Death Care Services Market
- 8.3.5. South Korea Death Care Services Market
- 8.3.6. Rest of Asia-Pacific Death Care Services Market
- 8.4. Latin America Death Care Services Market
- 8.4.1. Brazil Death Care Services Market
- 8.4.2. Mexico Death Care Services Market
- 8.4.3. Rest of Latin America Death Care Services Market
- 8.5. Middle East & Africa Death Care Services Market
- 8.5.1. Saudi Arabia Death Care Services Market
- 8.5.2. South Africa Death Care Services Market
- 8.5.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa Death Care Services Market
Chapter 9. Competitive Intelligence
- 9.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
- 9.1.1. ServiceMaster Company, LLC
- 9.1.2. Anthyesti Funeral Service
- 9.1.3. Arbor Memorial Inc.
- 9.2. Top Market Strategies
- 9.3. Company Profiles
- 9.3.1. ServiceMaster Company, LLC
- 9.3.1.1. Key Information
- 9.3.1.2. Overview
- 9.3.1.3. Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
- 9.3.1.4. Product Summary
- 9.3.1.5. Market Strategies
- 9.3.2. Anthyesti Funeral Service
- 9.3.3. Arbor Memorial Inc.
- 9.3.4. Baalmann Mortuary
- 9.3.5. Batesville Services, LLC
- 9.3.6. Carriage Services, Inc.
- 9.3.7. Charbonnet Labat Funeral Home
- 9.3.8. Citizens Funeral Services, Inc.
- 9.3.9. Classic Memorials Inc.
- 9.3.10. Co-operative Group Limited
- 9.3.11. Creter Vault Corporation
- 9.3.12. Dignity PLC
- 9.3.13. Doric Products Inc.
- 9.3.14. Foundation Partners Group LLC
- 9.3.15. Fu Shou Yuan International Group Limited
Chapter 10. Research Process
- 10.1. Research Process
- 10.1.1. Data Mining
- 10.1.2. Analysis
- 10.1.3. Market Estimation
- 10.1.4. Validation
- 10.1.5. Publishing
- 10.2. Research Attributes