For a wedding with 125 guests in the Pittsburgh PA, the estimated total cost is around $36,787 - $44,961. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Pittsburgh PA is approximately $327. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,787 - $44,961.
The average wedding cost in Pittsburgh PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,787 - $44,961 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Pittsburgh PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $319 - $389. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $343 - $419.
In Pittsburgh PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,897 - $2,319. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,703 - $3,303 |
7.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$319 - $389 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$343 - $419 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,897 - $2,319 |
5.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Pittsburgh PA is $438 - $536. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Pittsburgh PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$438 - $536 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$438 - $536 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Pittsburgh PA is $249 - $305. 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 |
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,575 - $1,925, which is 4.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Pittsburgh PA area is $1,092 - $1,334.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,575 - $1,925 |
4.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,092 - $1,334 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$483 - $591 |
1.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Pittsburgh PA, you should budget approximately $14,407 - $17,609, which is about 39.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,407 - $17,609 |
39.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,372 - $2,899 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,604 - $5,628 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,759 - $7,039 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,672 - $2,044 |
4.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,586 - $3,160. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,586 - $3,160 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$511 - $625 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$230 - $281 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$655 - $801 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$554 - $677 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$354 - $432 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $853 - $1,043.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$853 - $1,043 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$164 - $200 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$382 - $466 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$187 - $229 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $678 - $828. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$678 - $828 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$174 - $212 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,027 - $1,255, which is about 2.8% 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 $619 - $757, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,134 - $7,498 |
16.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,488 - $5,486 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,027 - $1,255 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$619 - $757 |
1.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Pittsburgh PA area is $263 - $321. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$263 - $321 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$263 - $321 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $793 - $969.
| Other Events Cost |
$793 - $969 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$793 - $969 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$419 - $513 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Pittsburgh PA spend between $5,688 - $6,952 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Pittsburgh PA with 125 guests spend between $2,992 - $3,656 on wedding photography, which is about 8.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Pittsburgh PA is $2,293 - $2,803. This makes up a portion of your (6.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,688 - $6,952 |
15.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$403 - $493 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,992 - $3,656 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,293 - $2,803 |
6.2% |