For a wedding with 400 guests in the Smithtown NY, the estimated total cost is around $126,746 - $154,912. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Smithtown NY is approximately $352. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $126,746 - $154,912.
The average wedding cost in Smithtown NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $126,746 - $154,912 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Saint James NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $759 - $927. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $784 - $958.
In Saint James NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,313 - $5,271. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,209 - $7,589 |
4.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$759 - $927 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$354 - $432 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$784 - $958 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,313 - $5,271 |
3.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Smithtown NY is $2,777 - $3,395. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Smithtown NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $7 - $8 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,777 - $3,395 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,777 - $3,395 |
2.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Smithtown NY is $338 - $414. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$338 - $414 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$145 - $177 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,222 - $2,716, which is 1.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Smithtown NY area is $1,536 - $1,878.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,222 - $2,716 |
1.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,536 - $1,878 |
1.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$686 - $838 |
0.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Smithtown NY, you should budget approximately $68,916 - $84,230, which is about 54.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$68,916 - $84,230 |
54.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$15,605 - $19,073 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$29,855 - $36,489 |
23.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,661 - $15,475 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$10,795 - $13,193 |
8.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $15,003 - $18,337. This accounts for roughly 11.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$15,003 - $18,337 |
11.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$745 - $911 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$343 - $419 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$2,016 - $2,464 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$6,703 - $8,193 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$5,196 - $6,350 |
4.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,025 - $3,697.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,025 - $3,697 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$194 - $238 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$268 - $328 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,562 - $3,132 |
2.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,778 - $5,840. This is approximately 3.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,778 - $5,840 |
3.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$780 - $954 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$362 - $442 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,226 - $1,498 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$631 - $771 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$690 - $844 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$535 - $653 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$554 - $678 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,117 - $2,587, which is about 1.7% 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 $1,336 - $1,632, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,043 - $6,163 |
4.0% |
|
Bracelet
|
$488 - $596 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$485 - $593 |
0.4% |
|
Necklace
|
$617 - $755 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,117 - $2,587 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,336 - $1,632 |
1.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Smithtown NY area is $306 - $374. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$306 - $374 |
0.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$306 - $374 |
0.2% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,138 - $1,390.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,138 - $1,390 |
0.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,138 - $1,390 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Smithtown NY spend between $8,915 - $10,897 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Smithtown NY with 400 guests spend between $4,437 - $5,423 on wedding photography, which is about 3.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Smithtown NY is $3,388 - $4,140. This makes up a portion of your (2.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,915 - $10,897 |
7.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$572 - $699 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$519 - $635 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,437 - $5,423 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,388 - $4,140 |
2.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Smithtown NY is estimated to be $2,259 - $2,761. This service accounts for 1.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,259 - $2,761 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,259 - $2,761 |
1.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $5,817 - $7,109.
| Transportation Cost |
$5,817 - $7,109 |
4.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$635 - $776 |
0.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$5,182 - $6,334 |
4.1% |