For a wedding with 38 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $24,386 - $29,806. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $713. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,386 - $29,806.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,386 - $29,806 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 $622 - $760. This represents about 2.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $670 - $818.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,710 - $4,534. This represents about 15.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,283 - $6,457 |
21.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$622 - $760 |
2.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$282 - $344 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$670 - $818 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,710 - $4,534 |
15.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in New York NY is $134 - $164. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New York NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$134 - $164 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$134 - $164 |
0.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,548 - $1,892, which is 6.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New York NY area is $1,073 - $1,311.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,548 - $1,892 |
6.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,073 - $1,311 |
4.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$475 - $581 |
1.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in New York NY, you should budget approximately $5,522 - $6,749, which is about 22.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,522 - $6,749 |
22.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$725 - $886 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,407 - $1,719 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,879 - $3,519 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$511 - $625 |
2.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,761 - $2,153. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,761 - $2,153 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$464 - $568 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$208 - $254 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$684 - $836 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$184 - $224 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$118 - $144 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $237 - $289. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$237 - $289 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$41 - $51 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$64 - $78 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$37 - $45 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$30 - $36 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,992 - $2,434, which is about 8.2% 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 $1,200 - $1,466, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,191 - $3,901 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,992 - $2,434 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,200 - $1,466 |
4.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$382 - $466 |
1.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New York NY spend between $4,376 - $5,348 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New York NY with 38 guests spend between $2,477 - $3,027 on wedding photography, which is about 10.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New York NY is $1,899 - $2,321. That's about 7.8% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,376 - $5,348 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,477 - $3,027 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,899 - $2,321 |
7.8% |
