For a wedding with 400 guests in the New York NY, the estimated total cost is around $97,043 - $118,608. 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 $270. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $97,043 - $118,608.
The average wedding cost in New York NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $97,043 - $118,608 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 $216 - $264. This represents about 0.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $232 - $284.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,288 - $1,574. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,834 - $2,242 |
1.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$216 - $264 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$98 - $120 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$232 - $284 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,288 - $1,574 |
1.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in New York NY is $2,220 - $2,714. 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 |
$2,220 - $2,714 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,220 - $2,714 |
2.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New York NY is $347 - $425. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$347 - $425 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$153 - $187 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$127 - $155 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,541 - $3,105, which is 2.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New York NY area is $1,761 - $2,153.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,541 - $3,105 |
2.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,761 - $2,153 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$779 - $953 |
0.8% |
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 $60,714 - $74,206, which is about 62.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$60,714 - $74,206 |
62.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$12,655 - $15,467 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$24,571 - $30,031 |
25.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,566 - $17,802 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,923 - $10,905 |
9.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,870 - $10,841. This accounts for roughly 9.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,870 - $10,841 |
9.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$781 - $955 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$350 - $428 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,064 - $1,300 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$3,139 - $3,837 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$2,007 - $2,453 |
2.1% |
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 $3,306 - $4,040.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,306 - $4,040 |
3.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$110 - $134 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $183 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,038 - $2,490 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,009 - $1,233 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,826 - $4,676. This is approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,826 - $4,676 |
3.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$616 - $752 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$284 - $348 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$941 - $1,151 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$587 - $717 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$553 - $675 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$414 - $506 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$431 - $527 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $762 - $932, which is about 0.8% 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 $460 - $562, which is about 0.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,115 - $6,251 |
5.3% |
|
Bracelet
|
$169 - $207 |
0.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$167 - $204 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,342 - $4,084 |
3.4% |
|
Necklace
|
$215 - $263 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$762 - $932 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$460 - $562 |
0.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New York NY area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,278 - $1,562.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,278 - $1,562 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,278 - $1,562 |
1.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
0.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New York NY spend between $5,601 - $6,845 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New York NY with 400 guests spend between $4,068 - $4,972 on wedding photography, which is about 4.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,601 - $6,845 |
5.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$368 - $450 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$501 - $613 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$663 - $811 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,068 - $4,972 |
4.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $612 - $748.
| Transportation Cost |
$612 - $748 |
0.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$612 - $748 |
0.6% |