For a wedding with 175 guests in the philadelphia, the estimated total cost is around $59,237 - $72,401. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in philadelphia is approximately $376. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,237 - $72,401.
The average wedding cost in philadelphia is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,237 - $72,401 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $248 - $303. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $256 - $312.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,408 - $1,720. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,026 - $2,476 |
3.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$248 - $303 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$256 - $312 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,408 - $1,720 |
2.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in philadelphia is $937 - $1,145. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the philadelphia area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$937 - $1,145 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$937 - $1,145 |
1.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,228 - $2,723, which is 3.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the philadelphia area is $1,540 - $1,882.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,228 - $2,723 |
3.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,540 - $1,882 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$688 - $840 |
1.2% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in philadelphia, you should budget approximately $34,753 - $42,475, which is about 58.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$34,753 - $42,475 |
58.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,141 - $7,505 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,747 - $14,357 |
19.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$13,194 - $16,126 |
22.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,671 - $4,487 |
6.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,554 - $8,010. This accounts for roughly 11.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,554 - $8,010 |
11.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$629 - $769 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$288 - $352 |
0.5% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$2,037 - $2,489 |
3.4% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,579 - $1,929 |
2.7% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$2,021 - $2,471 |
3.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,613 - $1,971. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,613 - $1,971 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$203 - $249 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$184 - $224 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$320 - $392 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$198 - $242 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$140 - $171 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$145 - $177 |
0.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $4,879 - $5,963 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in philadelphia with 175 guests spend between $3,562 - $4,354 on wedding photography, which is about 6.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,879 - $5,963 |
8.2% |
|
Custom USB Drives or Digital Delivery
|
$264 - $322 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$518 - $633 |
0.9% |
|
Parent Albums
|
$536 - $655 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,562 - $4,354 |
6.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in philadelphia is estimated to be $2,265 - $2,769. This service accounts for 3.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,265 - $2,769 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,265 - $2,769 |
3.8% |
