For a wedding with 175 guests in the Buffalo NY, the estimated total cost is around $31,576 - $38,592. 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 $200. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,576 - $38,592.
The average wedding cost in Buffalo NY is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,576 - $38,592 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In East Amherst NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $418 - $510. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $450 - $550.
In East Amherst NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,490 - $3,044. This represents about 7.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,547 - $4,335 |
11.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$418 - $510 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$189 - $231 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$450 - $550 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,490 - $3,044 |
7.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Buffalo NY is $643 - $785. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Buffalo NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$643 - $785 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$643 - $785 |
2.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Buffalo NY is $203 - $248. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$203 - $248 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,517 - $1,855, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Buffalo NY area is $1,052 - $1,286.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,517 - $1,855 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,052 - $1,286 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$465 - $569 |
1.5% |
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 Buffalo NY, you should budget approximately $12,869 - $15,729, which is about 40.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,869 - $15,729 |
40.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,529 - $4,313 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,853 - $8,375 |
21.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,488 - $3,040 |
7.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,308 - $4,043. This accounts for roughly 10.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,308 - $4,043 |
10.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$527 - $645 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$236 - $288 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$628 - $768 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$908 - $1,110 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$581 - $710 |
1.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $753 - $921. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$753 - $921 |
2.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$80 - $98 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$263 - $321 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$169 - $207 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,318 - $1,610, 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 $793 - $969, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,111 - $2,580 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,318 - $1,610 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$793 - $969 |
2.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Buffalo NY area is $278 - $340. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$278 - $340 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$278 - $340 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $763 - $933.
| Other Events Cost |
$763 - $933 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$763 - $933 |
2.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Buffalo NY spend between $5,585 - $6,826 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Buffalo NY with 175 guests spend between $2,897 - $3,541 on wedding photography, which is about 9.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Buffalo NY is $2,222 - $2,716. This makes up a portion of your (7.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,585 - $6,826 |
17.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$465 - $569 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,897 - $3,541 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,222 - $2,716 |
7.0% |