For a wedding with 125 guests in the Philadelphia PA, the estimated total cost is around $48,360 - $59,106. 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 $430. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $48,360 - $59,106.
The average wedding cost in Philadelphia PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $48,360 - $59,106 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Elkins Park PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $321 - $393. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $346 - $422.
In Elkins Park PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,913 - $2,338. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,725 - $3,331 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$321 - $393 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$346 - $422 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,913 - $2,338 |
4.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Philadelphia PA is $437 - $534. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$437 - $534 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$437 - $534 |
0.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Philadelphia PA is $311 - $381. 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 |
$311 - $381 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,426 - $5,410, which is 9.2% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Philadelphia PA typically budget around $3,825 - $4,675 which is 7.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,426 - $5,410 |
9.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$601 - $735 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,825 - $4,675 |
7.9% |
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 $14,892 - $18,202, which is about 30.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,892 - $18,202 |
30.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,343 - $2,863 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,547 - $5,557 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,351 - $7,763 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,652 - $2,019 |
3.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,746 - $3,356. This accounts for roughly 5.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,746 - $3,356 |
5.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$667 - $815 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$828 - $1,012 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$551 - $673 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$413 - $505 |
0.9% |
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 $851 - $1,041.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$851 - $1,041 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$164 - $200 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$377 - $461 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$190 - $232 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $689 - $842. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$689 - $842 |
1.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$176 - $216 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,061 - $1,297, which is about 2.2% 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 $640 - $782, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,571 - $8,031 |
13.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,638 - $5,668 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,061 - $1,297 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$640 - $782 |
1.3% |
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 $987 - $1,207.
| Other Events Cost |
$987 - $1,207 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$987 - $1,207 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$463 - $565 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $7,970 - $9,741 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA with 125 guests spend between $4,010 - $4,901 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Philadelphia PA is $3,074 - $3,758. This makes up a portion of your (6.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,970 - $9,741 |
16.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$402 - $492 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$483 - $591 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,010 - $4,901 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,074 - $3,758 |
6.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Philadelphia PA is estimated to be $4,348 - $5,314. This service accounts for 9.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,348 - $5,314 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,348 - $5,314 |
9.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $655 - $801.
| Transportation Cost |
$655 - $801 |
1.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$655 - $801 |
1.4% |