For a wedding with 250 guests in the Buffalo NY, the estimated total cost is around $50,473 - $61,689. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Buffalo NY is approximately $224. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,473 - $61,689.
The average wedding cost in Buffalo NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,473 - $61,689 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Buffalo NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $300 - $366. 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 $286 - $350.
In Buffalo NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,651 - $2,017. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,378 - $2,906 |
4.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$300 - $366 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$286 - $350 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,651 - $2,017 |
3.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Buffalo NY is $149 - $183. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,013 - $1,239, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Buffalo NY area is $1,013 - $1,239.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,013 - $1,239 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,013 - $1,239 |
2.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,485 - $4,259. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,485 - $4,259 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$380 - $464 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$171 - $209 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$514 - $628 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,566 - $1,914 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$854 - $1,044 |
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 $1,600 - $1,956.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,600 - $1,956 |
3.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,191 - $1,455 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$410 - $501 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,004 - $1,227. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,004 - $1,227 |
2.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$329 - $403 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$126 - $154 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Buffalo NY spend between $2,153 - $2,631 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Buffalo NY with 250 guests spend between $2,153 - $2,631 on wedding photography, which is about 4.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,153 - $2,631 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,153 - $2,631 |
4.3% |
Planner/Consultant
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$1,076 - $1,315 |
2.1% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$37,616 - $45,975 |
74.5% |