For a wedding with 250 guests in the Albuquerque NM, the estimated total cost is around $32,116 - $39,252. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Albuquerque NM is approximately $143. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,116 - $39,252.
The average wedding cost in Albuquerque NM is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,116 - $39,252 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $294 - $360.
In Rio Rancho NM, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,621 - $1,981. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,915 - $2,341 |
6.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$294 - $360 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,621 - $1,981 |
5.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Albuquerque NM is $1,083 - $1,323. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Albuquerque NM area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,083 - $1,323 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,083 - $1,323 |
3.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Albuquerque NM is $220 - $268. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$220 - $268 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,458 - $1,782, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Albuquerque NM area is $1,008 - $1,232.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,458 - $1,782 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,008 - $1,232 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$450 - $550 |
1.4% |
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 Albuquerque NM, you should budget approximately $12,382 - $15,134, which is about 38.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,382 - $15,134 |
38.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,069 - $9,863 |
25.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,313 - $5,271 |
13.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,761 - $7,041. This accounts for roughly 17.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,761 - $7,041 |
17.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$407 - $497 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$186 - $228 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$995 - $1,217 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,350 - $2,872 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,823 - $2,228 |
5.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,887 - $2,307. This is approximately 5.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,887 - $2,307 |
5.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$311 - $381 |
1.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$490 - $598 |
1.5% |
|
Postage
|
$230 - $282 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$276 - $338 |
0.9% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$213 - $261 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$222 - $272 |
0.7% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $924 - $1,130, which is about 2.9% 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 $584 - $714, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,508 - $1,844 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$924 - $1,130 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$584 - $714 |
1.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $747 - $913.
| Other Events Cost |
$747 - $913 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$747 - $913 |
2.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Albuquerque NM spend between $5,154 - $6,300 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Albuquerque NM with 250 guests spend between $2,506 - $3,062 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Albuquerque NM is $1,913 - $2,338. This makes up a portion of your (6.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,154 - $6,300 |
16.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$349 - $427 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$387 - $473 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,506 - $3,062 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,913 - $2,338 |
6.0% |