For a wedding with 250 guests in the PHILADELPHIA, the estimated total cost is around $56,262 - $68,764. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in PHILADELPHIA is approximately $250. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,262 - $68,764.
The average wedding cost in PHILADELPHIA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,262 - $68,764 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $229 - $279. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $255 - $311.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,395 - $1,705. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,972 - $2,410 |
3.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$229 - $279 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,395 - $1,705 |
2.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in PHILADELPHIA is $997 - $1,219. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the PHILADELPHIA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$997 - $1,219 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$997 - $1,219 |
1.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in PHILADELPHIA is $310 - $378. 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 |
$310 - $378 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,784 - $2,180, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the PHILADELPHIA area is $1,201 - $1,467.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,784 - $2,180 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,201 - $1,467 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$583 - $713 |
1.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in PHILADELPHIA, you should budget approximately $26,574 - $32,480, which is about 47.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,574 - $32,480 |
47.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,735 - $5,787 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,194 - $11,237 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,083 - $11,101 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,563 - $4,355 |
6.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,210 - $5,146. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,210 - $5,146 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$594 - $726 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$258 - $316 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$719 - $879 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,112 - $1,359 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$789 - $965 |
1.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,581 - $1,933.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,581 - $1,933 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$177 - $217 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$855 - $1,045 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$453 - $553 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,836 - $2,244. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,836 - $2,244 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$323 - $395 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$429 - $525 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$206 - $252 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$302 - $370 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$222 - $272 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $795 - $971, which is about 1.4% 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 $479 - $585, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,775 - $5,837 |
8.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,502 - $4,280 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$795 - $971 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$479 - $585 |
0.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the PHILADELPHIA area is $289 - $353. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$289 - $353 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$289 - $353 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $962 - $1,176.
| Other Events Cost |
$962 - $1,176 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$962 - $1,176 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in PHILADELPHIA spend between $6,577 - $8,039 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in PHILADELPHIA with 250 guests spend between $2,818 - $3,444 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in PHILADELPHIA is $2,409 - $2,945. This makes up a portion of your (4.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,577 - $8,039 |
11.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$319 - $389 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$471 - $575 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$561 - $685 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,818 - $3,444 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,409 - $2,945 |
4.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in PHILADELPHIA is estimated to be $3,884 - $4,748. This service accounts for 6.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,884 - $4,748 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,884 - $4,748 |
6.9% |