For a wedding with 125 guests in the St James , the estimated total cost is around $49,366 - $60,336. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in St James is approximately $439. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,366 - $60,336.
The average wedding cost in St James is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,366 - $60,336 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Nesconset NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $484 - $592. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $500 - $611.
In Nesconset NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,752 - $3,364. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,962 - $4,842 |
8.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$484 - $592 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$226 - $276 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$500 - $611 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,752 - $3,364 |
5.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in St James is $597 - $729. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the St James area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$597 - $729 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$597 - $729 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St James is $330 - $404. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$330 - $404 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,175 - $2,659, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St James area is $1,504 - $1,838.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,175 - $2,659 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,504 - $1,838 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$671 - $821 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in St James , you should budget approximately $18,918 - $23,122, which is about 38.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,918 - $23,122 |
38.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,241 - $3,961 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,200 - $7,578 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,235 - $8,843 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,242 - $2,740 |
4.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,819 - $7,113. This accounts for roughly 11.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,819 - $7,113 |
11.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$853 - $1,043 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$392 - $480 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,903 - $2,325 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,505 - $1,839 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,166 - $1,426 |
2.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $929 - $1,135.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$929 - $1,135 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$167 - $204 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$230 - $282 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$532 - $650 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $889 - $1,087. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$889 - $1,087 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$69 - $85 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,462 - $1,786, which is about 3.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $923 - $1,128, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,483 - $4,257 |
7.1% |
|
Bracelet
|
$337 - $411 |
0.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$336 - $410 |
0.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$427 - $521 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,462 - $1,786 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$923 - $1,128 |
1.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St James area is $306 - $374. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$306 - $374 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$306 - $374 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,114 - $1,362.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,114 - $1,362 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,114 - $1,362 |
2.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in St James spend between $7,142 - $8,730 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St James with 125 guests spend between $3,478 - $4,250 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in St James is $2,655 - $3,245. This makes up a portion of your (5.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,142 - $8,730 |
14.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$491 - $600 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$519 - $635 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,478 - $4,250 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,655 - $3,245 |
5.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in St James is estimated to be $2,211 - $2,703. This service accounts for 4.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,211 - $2,703 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,211 - $2,703 |
4.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,490 - $1,821.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,490 - $1,821 |
3.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$635 - $776 |
1.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$855 - $1,045 |
1.7% |