For a wedding with 175 guests in the Philadelphia, the estimated total cost is around $68,225 - $83,387. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Philadelphia is approximately $433. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $68,225 - $83,387.
The average wedding cost in Philadelphia is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $68,225 - $83,387 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $334 - $408. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $346 - $422.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,903 - $2,325. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,739 - $3,347 |
4.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$334 - $408 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$157 - $191 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$346 - $422 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,903 - $2,325 |
2.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Philadelphia is $910 - $1,112. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Philadelphia area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$910 - $1,112 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$910 - $1,112 |
1.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,129 - $2,602, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Philadelphia area is $1,472 - $1,799.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,129 - $2,602 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,472 - $1,799 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$657 - $803 |
1.0% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Philadelphia, you should budget approximately $33,647 - $41,124, which is about 49.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$33,647 - $41,124 |
49.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,959 - $7,283 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,399 - $13,933 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$12,743 - $15,575 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,545 - $4,333 |
5.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,390 - $7,810. This accounts for roughly 9.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,390 - $7,810 |
9.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$629 - $769 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$288 - $352 |
0.4% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,977 - $2,417 |
2.9% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,533 - $1,873 |
2.2% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$1,963 - $2,399 |
2.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,594 - $1,948. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,594 - $1,948 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$203 - $248 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$181 - $221 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$93 - $113 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$318 - $388 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$196 - $240 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$179 - $219 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$138 - $168 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$144 - $176 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,074 - $1,312, which is about 1.6% 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 $677 - $827, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,935 - $7,253 |
8.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,184 - $5,114 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,074 - $1,312 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$677 - $827 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $7,318 - $8,944 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia with 175 guests spend between $3,403 - $4,159 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Philadelphia is $2,598 - $3,176. That's about 3.8% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,318 - $8,944 |
10.7% |
|
Custom USB Drives or Digital Delivery
|
$264 - $322 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$518 - $633 |
0.8% |
|
Parent Albums
|
$536 - $655 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,403 - $4,159 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,598 - $3,176 |
3.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Philadelphia is estimated to be $2,164 - $2,644. This service accounts for 3.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,164 - $2,644 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,164 - $2,644 |
3.2% |
