For a wedding with 400 guests in the Buffalo NY, the estimated total cost is around $109,152 - $133,408. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Buffalo NY is approximately $303. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $109,152 - $133,408.
The average wedding cost in Buffalo NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $109,152 - $133,408 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In East Amherst NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $440 - $538. 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 $491 - $600.
In East Amherst NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,696 - $3,295. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,806 - $4,652 |
3.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$440 - $538 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$180 - $220 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$491 - $600 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,696 - $3,295 |
2.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Buffalo NY is $2,156 - $2,636. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Buffalo NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,156 - $2,636 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,156 - $2,636 |
2.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Buffalo NY is $271 - $331. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$271 - $331 |
0.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$65 - $79 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,049 - $7,393, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Buffalo NY area is $1,049 - $1,282.
For a live band, couples in Buffalo NY typically budget around $3,510 - $4,290 which is 3.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,049 - $7,393 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,049 - $1,282 |
1.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$509 - $622 |
0.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,510 - $4,290 |
3.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$982 - $1,200 |
0.9% |
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 Buffalo NY, you should budget approximately $50,109 - $61,245, which is about 45.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$50,109 - $61,245 |
45.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,734 - $13,120 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,847 - $25,479 |
19.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,445 - $12,767 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,083 - $9,879 |
7.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,254 - $8,866. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,254 - $8,866 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$486 - $594 |
0.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $259 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$608 - $744 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,598 - $3,176 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,850 - $2,261 |
1.7% |
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 $3,218 - $3,934.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,218 - $3,934 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$130 - $158 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$238 - $290 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,935 - $2,365 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$916 - $1,120 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $5,072 - $6,200. This is approximately 4.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$5,072 - $6,200 |
4.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$658 - $804 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$623 - $761 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$272 - $332 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$871 - $1,065 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$468 - $572 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$671 - $820 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$617 - $754 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$444 - $542 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$450 - $550 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,367 - $1,671, which is about 1.3% 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 $822 - $1,004, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,272 - $11,332 |
8.5% |
|
Bracelet
|
$293 - $358 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$347 - $424 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,020 - $7,358 |
5.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$424 - $518 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,367 - $1,671 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$822 - $1,004 |
0.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Buffalo NY area is $285 - $349. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$285 - $349 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$285 - $349 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $840 - $1,026.
| Other Events Cost |
$840 - $1,026 |
0.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$840 - $1,026 |
0.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$502 - $614 |
0.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Buffalo NY spend between $6,620 - $8,092 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Buffalo NY with 400 guests spend between $2,462 - $3,009 on wedding photography, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Buffalo NY is $2,104 - $2,572. This makes up a portion of your (1.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,620 - $8,092 |
6.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$298 - $364 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$428 - $524 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$464 - $567 |
0.4% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$312 - $382 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$553 - $675 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,462 - $3,009 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,104 - $2,572 |
1.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Buffalo NY is estimated to be $1,966 - $2,402. This service accounts for 1.8% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Buffalo NY is estimated to be $3,393 - $4,147. This service accounts for 3.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$7,818 - $9,556 |
7.2% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$2,460 - $3,006 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,966 - $2,402 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,393 - $4,147 |
3.1% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $5,878 - $7,184.
| Transportation Cost |
$5,878 - $7,184 |
5.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$518 - $634 |
0.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$5,360 - $6,551 |
4.9% |