For a wedding with 250 guests in the Phoenix AZ, the estimated total cost is around $54,130 - $66,158. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Phoenix AZ is approximately $241. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $54,130 - $66,158.
The average wedding cost in Phoenix AZ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $54,130 - $66,158 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chandler AZ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $328 - $400. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $354 - $432.
In Chandler AZ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,955 - $2,389. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,785 - $3,403 |
5.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$328 - $400 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$354 - $432 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,955 - $2,389 |
3.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Phoenix AZ is $1,045 - $1,277. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Phoenix AZ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,045 - $1,277 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,045 - $1,277 |
1.9% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,812 - $2,214, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Phoenix AZ area is $1,256 - $1,535.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,812 - $2,214 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,256 - $1,535 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$556 - $680 |
1.0% |
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 Phoenix AZ, you should budget approximately $31,214 - $38,150, which is about 57.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,214 - $38,150 |
57.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,842 - $7,140 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,343 - $13,863 |
21.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,911 - $12,113 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,118 - $5,034 |
7.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,704 - $5,750. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,704 - $5,750 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$540 - $660 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$241 - $295 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$838 - $1,024 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,457 - $1,781 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$932 - $1,140 |
1.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,679 - $2,053.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,679 - $2,053 |
3.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$941 - $1,151 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$460 - $562 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,683 - $2,057. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,683 - $2,057 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$282 - $344 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$131 - $160 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$428 - $523 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$205 - $251 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$189 - $231 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$198 - $242 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,104 - $1,350, which is about 2.0% 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 $666 - $814, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,770 - $2,164 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,104 - $1,350 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$666 - $814 |
1.2% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $911 - $1,113.
| Other Events Cost |
$911 - $1,113 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$911 - $1,113 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$425 - $519 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Phoenix AZ spend between $6,102 - $7,458 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Phoenix AZ with 250 guests spend between $2,899 - $3,543 on wedding photography, which is about 5.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Phoenix AZ is $2,223 - $2,717. This makes up a portion of your (4.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,102 - $7,458 |
11.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$393 - $481 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$587 - $717 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,899 - $3,543 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,223 - $2,717 |
4.1% |