For a wedding with 38 guests in the New York NY, the estimated total cost is around $14,641 - $17,895. 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 $428. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $14,641 - $17,895.
The average wedding cost in New York NY is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $14,641 - $17,895 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 $401 - $491.
In Brooklyn NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,220 - $2,714. This represents about 15.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,622 - $3,204 |
17.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$401 - $491 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,220 - $2,714 |
15.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in New York NY is $118 - $144. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$118 - $144 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$118 - $144 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New York NY is $221 - $270. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$221 - $270 |
1.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.8% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.7% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,263 - $1,543, which is 8.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New York NY area is $1,263 - $1,543.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,263 - $1,543 |
8.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,263 - $1,543 |
8.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in New York NY, you should budget approximately $4,370 - $5,341, which is about 29.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,370 - $5,341 |
29.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,077 - $1,317 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,292 - $4,024 |
22.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $953 - $1,165. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$953 - $1,165 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$708 - $866 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$149 - $183 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$95 - $117 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $149 - $183. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$149 - $183 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$33 - $41 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$50 - $62 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$20 - $24 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$23 - $28 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,079 - $1,319, which is about 7.4% 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 $651 - $795, which is about 4.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,730 - $2,114 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,079 - $1,319 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$651 - $795 |
4.4% |
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 |
2.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
2.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New York NY spend between $2,917 - $3,565 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New York NY with 38 guests spend between $2,917 - $3,565 on wedding photography, which is about 19.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,917 - $3,565 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,917 - $3,565 |
19.9% |