For a wedding with 125 guests in the Philadelphia PA, the estimated total cost is around $49,230 - $60,170. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Philadelphia PA is approximately $438. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,230 - $60,170.
The average wedding cost in Philadelphia PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,230 - $60,170 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Hillsborough NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $584 - $714. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $628 - $768.
In Hillsborough NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,484 - $4,258. This represents about 7.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,961 - $6,063 |
10.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$584 - $714 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$265 - $323 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$628 - $768 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,484 - $4,258 |
7.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Philadelphia PA is $470 - $574. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Philadelphia PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$470 - $574 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$470 - $574 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Philadelphia PA is $305 - $373. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$305 - $373 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,163 - $2,643, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Philadelphia PA area is $1,499 - $1,833.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,163 - $2,643 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,499 - $1,833 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$663 - $811 |
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 Philadelphia PA, you should budget approximately $19,525 - $23,863, which is about 39.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,525 - $23,863 |
39.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,526 - $3,088 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,905 - $5,995 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,312 - $12,604 |
20.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,781 - $2,177 |
3.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,173 - $3,878. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,173 - $3,878 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$667 - $815 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$298 - $364 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$906 - $1,108 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$593 - $725 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$379 - $463 |
0.8% |
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 $969 - $1,185.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$969 - $1,185 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$198 - $242 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$407 - $497 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$219 - $267 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $775 - $947. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$775 - $947 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$61 - $75 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$203 - $249 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,859 - $2,272, which is about 3.8% 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 $1,120 - $1,368, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$11,102 - $13,569 |
22.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,123 - $9,929 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,859 - $2,272 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,120 - $1,368 |
2.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Philadelphia PA area is $289 - $353. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$289 - $353 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$289 - $353 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,088 - $1,330.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,088 - $1,330 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,088 - $1,330 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$463 - $565 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $3,949 - $4,827 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA with 125 guests spend between $3,462 - $4,232 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,949 - $4,827 |
8.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$487 - $595 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,462 - $4,232 |
7.0% |