For a wedding with 75 guests in the Albany NY, the estimated total cost is around $19,846 - $24,256. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Albany NY is approximately $294. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $19,846 - $24,256.
The average wedding cost in Albany NY is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $19,846 - $24,256 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Bronx NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $158 - $193. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $169 - $207.
In Bronx NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $938 - $1,146. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,336 - $1,632 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$158 - $193 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$71 - $87 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$169 - $207 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$938 - $1,146 |
4.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Albany NY is $265 - $323. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Albany NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$265 - $323 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$265 - $323 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Albany NY is $222 - $272. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$222 - $272 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$122 - $149 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,889 - $2,309, which is 9.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Albany NY area is $1,310 - $1,601.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,889 - $2,309 |
9.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,310 - $1,601 |
6.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$580 - $708 |
2.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Albany NY, you should budget approximately $4,185 - $5,115, which is about 21.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,185 - $5,115 |
21.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,423 - $1,739 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,762 - $3,376 |
13.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,946 - $2,378. This accounts for roughly 9.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,946 - $2,378 |
9.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$599 - $732 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$782 - $956 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$334 - $408 |
1.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $371 - $453.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$371 - $453 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$141 - $173 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$230 - $281 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $581 - $711. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$581 - $711 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$94 - $114 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$43 - $53 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$142 - $174 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$90 - $110 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$63 - $77 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$66 - $80 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $580 - $708, which is about 2.9% 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 $349 - $427, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,462 - $4,232 |
17.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,534 - $3,097 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$580 - $708 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$349 - $427 |
1.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Albany NY area is $290 - $354. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$290 - $354 |
1.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$290 - $354 |
1.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $950 - $1,162.
| Other Events Cost |
$950 - $1,162 |
4.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$950 - $1,162 |
4.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$464 - $567 |
2.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Albany NY spend between $3,371 - $4,121 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Albany NY with 75 guests spend between $3,023 - $3,695 on wedding photography, which is about 15.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,371 - $4,121 |
17.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$348 - $426 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,023 - $3,695 |
15.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $514 - $628.
| Transportation Cost |
$514 - $628 |
2.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$514 - $628 |
2.6% |