For a wedding with 175 guests in the Lancaster PA, the estimated total cost is around $36,701 - $44,857. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lancaster PA is approximately $233. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,701 - $44,857.
The average wedding cost in Lancaster PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,701 - $44,857 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In West Chester PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $334 - $408. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $373 - $455.
In West Chester PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,047 - $2,501. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,890 - $3,532 |
7.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$334 - $408 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$373 - $455 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,047 - $2,501 |
5.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Lancaster PA is $622 - $760. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lancaster PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$622 - $760 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$622 - $760 |
1.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lancaster PA is $250 - $306. 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 |
$250 - $306 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,435 - $1,753, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lancaster PA area is $966 - $1,180.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,435 - $1,753 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$966 - $1,180 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$469 - $573 |
1.3% |
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 Lancaster PA, you should budget approximately $17,851 - $21,817, which is about 48.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,851 - $21,817 |
48.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,938 - $3,590 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,704 - $6,972 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,998 - $8,553 |
19.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,211 - $2,703 |
6.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,833 - $3,463. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,833 - $3,463 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$456 - $558 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$198 - $242 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$572 - $699 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$694 - $848 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$493 - $603 |
1.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $851 - $1,041.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$851 - $1,041 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$208 - $254 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$530 - $648 |
1.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,036 - $1,266. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,036 - $1,266 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$185 - $226 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$245 - $299 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$173 - $211 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,054 - $1,288, which is about 2.9% 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 $635 - $776, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,688 - $2,064 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,054 - $1,288 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$635 - $776 |
1.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lancaster PA area is $267 - $327. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$267 - $327 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$267 - $327 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $773 - $945.
| Other Events Cost |
$773 - $945 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$773 - $945 |
2.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$471 - $575 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Lancaster PA spend between $2,641 - $3,227 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lancaster PA with 175 guests spend between $2,266 - $2,770 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,641 - $3,227 |
7.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$374 - $458 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,266 - $2,770 |
6.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Lancaster PA is estimated to be $1,810 - $2,212. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,810 - $2,212 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,810 - $2,212 |
4.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,283 - $1,569.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,283 - $1,569 |
3.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,283 - $1,569 |
3.5% |