For a wedding with 125 guests in the New York, the estimated total cost is around $46,566 - $56,914. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New York is approximately $414. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,566 - $56,914.
The average wedding cost in New York is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,566 - $56,914 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 $632 - $772. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $680 - $831.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,767 - $4,605. This represents about 8.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,366 - $6,558 |
11.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$632 - $772 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$287 - $351 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$680 - $831 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,767 - $4,605 |
8.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New York is $525 - $641. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New York area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$525 - $641 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$525 - $641 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New York is $324 - $396. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$324 - $396 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,552 - $3,120, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New York area is $1,769 - $2,163.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,552 - $3,120 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,769 - $2,163 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$783 - $957 |
1.7% |
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 New York, you should budget approximately $19,063 - $23,299, which is about 40.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,063 - $23,299 |
40.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,725 - $3,331 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,291 - $6,467 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,125 - $11,153 |
19.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,922 - $2,349 |
4.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,077 - $4,983. This accounts for roughly 8.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,077 - $4,983 |
8.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$778 - $950 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$348 - $426 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,324 - $1,618 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$768 - $938 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$491 - $600 |
1.1% |
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 $1,029 - $1,257.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,029 - $1,257 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$199 - $243 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$439 - $537 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$244 - $298 |
0.5% |
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 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$725 - $887 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$227 - $277 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,954 - $2,388, which is about 4.2% 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 $1,177 - $1,439, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,131 - $3,827 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,954 - $2,388 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,177 - $1,439 |
2.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New York area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,284 - $1,570.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,284 - $1,570 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,284 - $1,570 |
2.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New York spend between $7,710 - $9,424 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New York with 125 guests spend between $4,087 - $4,995 on wedding photography, which is about 8.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New York is $3,134 - $3,830. This makes up a portion of your (6.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,710 - $9,424 |
16.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$490 - $598 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,087 - $4,995 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,134 - $3,830 |
6.7% |