For a wedding with 175 guests in the Portsmouth, the estimated total cost is around $62,208 - $76,032. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Portsmouth is approximately $395. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $62,208 - $76,032.
The average wedding cost in Portsmouth is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $62,208 - $76,032 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Portsmouth NH, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $382 - $466. 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 $410 - $502.
In Portsmouth NH, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,247 - $2,747. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,216 - $3,930 |
5.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$382 - $466 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$176 - $216 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$410 - $502 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,247 - $2,747 |
3.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Portsmouth is $778 - $950. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Portsmouth area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$778 - $950 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$778 - $950 |
1.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,227 - $8,833, which is 11.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Portsmouth area is $1,728 - $2,112.
For a live band, couples in Portsmouth typically budget around $4,733 - $5,785 which is 7.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,227 - $8,833 |
11.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,728 - $2,112 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$766 - $936 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,733 - $5,785 |
7.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Portsmouth, you should budget approximately $26,950 - $32,938, which is about 43.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,950 - $32,938 |
43.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,181 - $5,111 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,059 - $9,849 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,733 - $14,341 |
18.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,976 - $3,638 |
4.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,208 - $2,698. This accounts for roughly 3.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,208 - $2,698 |
3.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$703 - $859 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$320 - $391 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$624 - $762 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $725 - $887. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$725 - $887 |
1.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$355 - $433 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$159 - $195 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$212 - $259 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,249 - $1,527, 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 $758 - $926, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,430 - $9,082 |
11.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,423 - $6,629 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,249 - $1,527 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$758 - $926 |
1.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Portsmouth NH spend between $6,483 - $7,923 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Portsmouth with 175 guests spend between $4,986 - $6,094 on wedding photography, which is about 8.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,483 - $7,923 |
10.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$427 - $521 |
0.7% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$389 - $475 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$681 - $833 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,986 - $6,094 |
8.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Portsmouth is estimated to be $2,682 - $3,278. This service accounts for 4.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,682 - $3,278 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,682 - $3,278 |
4.3% |
