For a wedding with 400 guests in the New York NY, the estimated total cost is around $106,417 - $130,065. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New York NY is approximately $296. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $106,417 - $130,065.
The average wedding cost in New York NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $106,417 - $130,065 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $338 - $414. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $358 - $438.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,029 - $2,479. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,876 - $3,515 |
2.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$338 - $414 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$150 - $184 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$358 - $438 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,029 - $2,479 |
1.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in New York NY is $2,255 - $2,757. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New York NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,255 - $2,757 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,255 - $2,757 |
2.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New York NY is $328 - $400. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$328 - $400 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$141 - $173 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,381 - $2,910, which is 2.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New York NY area is $1,656 - $2,024.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,381 - $2,910 |
2.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,656 - $2,024 |
1.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$725 - $886 |
0.7% |
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 New York NY, you should budget approximately $63,872 - $78,066, which is about 60.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$63,872 - $78,066 |
60.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$13,359 - $16,327 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$25,996 - $31,772 |
24.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$15,088 - $18,440 |
14.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$9,430 - $11,526 |
8.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,861 - $10,831. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,861 - $10,831 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$651 - $795 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$289 - $353 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,136 - $1,388 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$3,217 - $3,931 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$2,030 - $2,482 |
1.9% |
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 $3,431 - $4,193.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,431 - $4,193 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$129 - $157 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$163 - $199 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,160 - $2,640 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$979 - $1,197 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,513 - $4,293. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,513 - $4,293 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$553 - $675 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$261 - $319 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$910 - $1,112 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$536 - $655 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$491 - $601 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$371 - $453 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$392 - $479 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,194 - $1,460, which is about 1.1% 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 $711 - $869, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,163 - $8,755 |
6.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,258 - $6,426 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,194 - $1,460 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$711 - $869 |
0.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New York NY area is $315 - $385. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$315 - $385 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,242 - $1,518.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,242 - $1,518 |
1.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,242 - $1,518 |
1.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$506 - $618 |
0.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New York NY spend between $4,249 - $5,193 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New York NY with 400 guests spend between $3,795 - $4,639 on wedding photography, which is about 3.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,249 - $5,193 |
4.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$454 - $554 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,795 - $4,639 |
3.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New York NY is estimated to be $5,426 - $6,632. This service accounts for 5.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,426 - $6,632 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,426 - $6,632 |
5.1% |