For a wedding with 175 guests in the Taos Ski Valley NM, the estimated total cost is around $39,659 - $48,473. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Taos Ski Valley NM is approximately $252. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,659 - $48,473.
The average wedding cost in Taos Ski Valley NM is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,659 - $48,473 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Albuquerque NM, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $202 - $246. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $214 - $262.
In Albuquerque NM, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,209 - $1,477. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,625 - $1,986 |
4.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$202 - $246 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$214 - $262 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,209 - $1,477 |
3.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Taos Ski Valley NM is $867 - $1,059. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Taos Ski Valley NM area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$867 - $1,059 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$867 - $1,059 |
2.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,086 - $1,328, which is 2.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Taos Ski Valley NM area is $759 - $927.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,086 - $1,328 |
2.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$759 - $927 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$328 - $400 |
0.8% |
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 Taos Ski Valley NM, you should budget approximately $23,905 - $29,217, which is about 60.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$23,905 - $29,217 |
60.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,848 - $5,926 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,431 - $11,527 |
23.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,188 - $7,563 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,438 - $4,202 |
8.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,085 - $3,771. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,085 - $3,771 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$309 - $377 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$418 - $510 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,094 - $1,337 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$677 - $827 |
1.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,291 - $1,577.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,291 - $1,577 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$787 - $961 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$286 - $350 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $482 - $589. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$482 - $589 |
1.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$266 - $326 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $721 - $881, which is about 1.8% 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 $429 - $525, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,324 - $5,284 |
10.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,173 - $3,879 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$721 - $881 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$429 - $525 |
1.1% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $581 - $710.
| Other Events Cost |
$581 - $710 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$581 - $710 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Taos Ski Valley NM spend between $2,416 - $2,952 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Taos Ski Valley NM with 175 guests spend between $1,717 - $2,099 on wedding photography, which is about 4.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,416 - $2,952 |
6.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$338 - $414 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$360 - $440 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,717 - $2,099 |
4.3% |