For a wedding with 175 guests in the Middletown CT, the estimated total cost is around $54,145 - $66,177. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Middletown CT is approximately $344. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $54,145 - $66,177.
The average wedding cost in Middletown CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $54,145 - $66,177 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In West Haven CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $296 - $362. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $319 - $389.
In West Haven CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,760 - $2,152. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,509 - $3,067 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$296 - $362 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$134 - $164 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$319 - $389 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,760 - $2,152 |
3.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Middletown CT is $765 - $935. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Middletown CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$765 - $935 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$765 - $935 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Middletown CT is $334 - $408. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$334 - $408 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,159 - $5,083, which is 7.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Middletown CT area is $1,774 - $2,168.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,159 - $5,083 |
7.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,774 - $2,168 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$785 - $959 |
1.4% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,600 - $1,956 |
3.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Middletown CT, you should budget approximately $25,643 - $31,341, which is about 47.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,643 - $31,341 |
47.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,949 - $6,049 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,608 - $11,744 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,085 - $13,549 |
20.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,147 - $3,847. This accounts for roughly 5.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,147 - $3,847 |
5.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$732 - $894 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$328 - $400 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$966 - $1,180 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$617 - $755 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,289 - $1,575.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,289 - $1,575 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$159 - $195 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$678 - $828 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$335 - $409 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,218 - $1,488. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,218 - $1,488 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$204 - $250 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$311 - $381 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$182 - $222 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,024 - $1,252, which is about 1.9% 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 $617 - $754, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,113 - $7,471 |
11.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,472 - $5,466 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,024 - $1,252 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$617 - $754 |
1.1% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,288 - $1,574.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,288 - $1,574 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,288 - $1,574 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Middletown CT spend between $4,489 - $5,487 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Middletown CT with 175 guests spend between $4,098 - $5,008 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,489 - $5,487 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$392 - $479 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,098 - $5,008 |
7.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Middletown CT is estimated to be $2,712 - $3,314. This service accounts for 5.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,712 - $3,314 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,712 - $3,314 |
5.0% |