For a wedding with 175 guests in the Buffalo NY, the estimated total cost is around $55,828 - $68,234. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Buffalo NY is approximately $354. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $55,828 - $68,234.
The average wedding cost in Buffalo NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $55,828 - $68,234 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 $568 - $694. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $612 - $748.
In East Amherst NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,348 - $4,092. This represents about 6.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,790 - $5,854 |
8.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$568 - $694 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$262 - $320 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$612 - $748 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,348 - $4,092 |
6.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Buffalo NY is $804 - $982. 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 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$804 - $982 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$804 - $982 |
1.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,912 - $2,336, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Buffalo NY area is $1,325 - $1,619.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,912 - $2,336 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,325 - $1,619 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$587 - $717 |
1.1% |
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 Buffalo NY, you should budget approximately $24,818 - $30,333, which is about 44.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,818 - $30,333 |
44.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,420 - $5,402 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,519 - $10,413 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,732 - $10,672 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,146 - $3,846 |
5.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,844 - $4,698. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,844 - $4,698 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$554 - $677 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$251 - $307 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$766 - $936 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,009 - $1,233 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$708 - $866 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,365 - $1,669. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,365 - $1,669 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$236 - $288 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$351 - $429 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$208 - $254 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$159 - $195 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$167 - $204 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,842 - $2,252, which is about 3.3% 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 $1,117 - $1,365, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,955 - $13,389 |
19.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,996 - $9,772 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,842 - $2,252 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,117 - $1,365 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$445 - $543 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in East Amherst NY spend between $3,929 - $4,802 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Buffalo NY with 175 guests spend between $3,456 - $4,224 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,929 - $4,802 |
7.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$473 - $578 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,456 - $4,224 |
6.2% |
