Two options exist for obtaining certified copies of Vital Records occurred in the state of New Hampshire: one of them is requesting them at the State office, and the second one is obtaining them through the County Recorder's Office, the Local Health Department or the city or town's Civil Registration office. Bear in mind that county offices generally provide faster processing times and more payment flexibility, since you may be able to obtain your records within one week, and may be provided the option to pay issuance fees by credit card, either by phone, fax or online.
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The Cheshire County Registrar of Vital Statistics provides you with birth, death, and marriage certificates. This Vital Records office may be reached through the telephone number or email address given below. It is also possible to order your vital records online through the official website of the County Vital Records office. To obtain a copy of a divorce decree, you will need to contact the Clerk of the Superior Court in the county where the divorce was granted. Death records are sometimes available only from a certain year onwards; this can be verified with the county recorder. Please note that official information is provided by government sites only, so contact information provided below may not be up to date. The Vital Records office in the County of Cheshire serves all of the following towns and cities in New Hampshire:
- Keene
- Alstead
- Chesterfield
- Dublin
- Fitzwilliam
- Gilsum
- Harrisville
- Hinsdale
- Jaffrey
- Marlborough
- Marlow
- Nelson
- Richmond
- Rindge
- Roxbury
- Stoddard
- Sullivan
- Surry
- Swanzey
- Troy
- Walpole
- Westmoreland
- Winchester
If you need to get a certificate from a different county in New Hampshire such as Hillsborough County, Rockingham County, Merrimack County, Strafford County, Grafton County, then you can follow this link.
Cheshire County Vital Statistics
Cheshire County, New Hampshire, is home to a total population of 7,879 residents. In the past year, the area saw 62 births and 60 deaths, which reflects a relatively stable demographic trend. The marriage statistics indicate that 40 couples chose to formalize their partnerships, while 20 marriages ended in divorce, showcasing the spectrum of life events in the community. With an average life expectancy of 80.4 years, residents can expect to enjoy a healthy lifespan. It's important to note that the infant mortality rate stands at 3.5 per 1,000 live births, highlighting ongoing public health efforts. For those interested in more detailed birth and death records, as well as marriage statistics and other vital records information, the local vital records office serves as a valuable resource.