For a wedding with 250 guests in the Long Island , the estimated total cost is around $84,809 - $103,655. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Long Island is approximately $377. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $84,809 - $103,655.
The average wedding cost in Long Island is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $84,809 - $103,655 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $555 - $679. 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 $590 - $721.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,335 - $4,077. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,729 - $5,779 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$555 - $679 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$248 - $304 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$590 - $721 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,335 - $4,077 |
3.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Long Island is $1,213 - $1,483. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Long Island area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,213 - $1,483 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,213 - $1,483 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Long Island is $324 - $396. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$324 - $396 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$140 - $172 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,396 - $2,928, which is 2.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Long Island area is $1,674 - $2,046.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,396 - $2,928 |
2.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,674 - $2,046 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$722 - $882 |
0.9% |
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 Long Island , you should budget approximately $42,026 - $51,366, which is about 49.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$42,026 - $51,366 |
49.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,445 - $7,877 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,535 - $15,321 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$18,478 - $22,584 |
21.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,568 - $5,584 |
5.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,435 - $6,643. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,435 - $6,643 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$748 - $914 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$333 - $407 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,016 - $1,242 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,530 - $1,870 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$949 - $1,159 |
1.1% |
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 $1,921 - $2,347.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,921 - $2,347 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$144 - $176 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$184 - $224 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,046 - $1,278 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$547 - $669 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,874 - $2,290. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,874 - $2,290 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$309 - $377 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$145 - $177 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$506 - $618 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$216 - $264 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$273 - $333 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,813 - $2,215, which is about 2.1% 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 $1,079 - $1,319, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$11,630 - $14,214 |
13.7% |
|
Bracelet
|
$393 - $481 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$370 - $452 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,975 - $9,747 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,813 - $2,215 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,079 - $1,319 |
1.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Long Island area is $313 - $383. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$313 - $383 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$313 - $383 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,283 - $1,568.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,283 - $1,568 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,283 - $1,568 |
1.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$504 - $616 |
0.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Long Island spend between $4,964 - $6,068 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Long Island with 250 guests spend between $3,790 - $4,632 on wedding photography, which is about 4.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,964 - $6,068 |
5.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$509 - $623 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$665 - $813 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,790 - $4,632 |
4.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Long Island is estimated to be $5,572 - $6,810. This service accounts for 6.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,572 - $6,810 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,572 - $6,810 |
6.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $626 - $765.
| Transportation Cost |
$626 - $765 |
0.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$626 - $765 |
0.7% |