For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $47,948 - $58,604. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $426. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,948 - $58,604.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,948 - $58,604 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $520 - $636. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $552 - $674.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,116 - $3,808. This represents about 6.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,420 - $5,402 |
9.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$520 - $636 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$552 - $674 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,116 - $3,808 |
6.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New York NY is $491 - $601. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$491 - $601 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$491 - $601 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New York NY is $221 - $271. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$221 - $271 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,280 - $2,786, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New York NY area is $977 - $1,194.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,280 - $2,786 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$977 - $1,194 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$428 - $523 |
0.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$876 - $1,070 |
1.8% |
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 NY, you should budget approximately $14,761 - $18,041, which is about 30.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,761 - $18,041 |
30.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,587 - $3,161 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,033 - $6,151 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,315 - $6,497 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,826 - $2,232 |
3.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,615 - $3,197. This accounts for roughly 5.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,615 - $3,197 |
5.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$458 - $560 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $249 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$367 - $449 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$582 - $712 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$616 - $752 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$389 - $475 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $979 - $1,197.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$979 - $1,197 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$183 - $223 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$419 - $512 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,034 - $1,264. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,034 - $1,264 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$62 - $76 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$217 - $265 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,571 - $1,920, which is about 3.3% 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 $936 - $1,144, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,507 - $12,841 |
21.9% |
|
Bracelet
|
$342 - $418 |
0.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$320 - $392 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,915 - $8,451 |
14.4% |
|
Necklace
|
$423 - $517 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,571 - $1,920 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$936 - $1,144 |
2.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New York NY area is $238 - $290. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$238 - $290 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$238 - $290 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $733 - $895.
| Other Events Cost |
$733 - $895 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$733 - $895 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$382 - $466 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$382 - $466 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in New York NY spend between $5,333 - $6,518 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New York NY with 125 guests spend between $2,239 - $2,737 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New York NY is $1,682 - $2,056. This makes up a portion of your (3.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,333 - $6,518 |
11.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$507 - $619 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$390 - $476 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$515 - $629 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,239 - $2,737 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,682 - $2,056 |
3.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New York NY is estimated to be $3,200 - $3,912. This service accounts for 6.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,200 - $3,912 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,200 - $3,912 |
6.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $755 - $923.
| Transportation Cost |
$755 - $923 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$755 - $923 |
1.6% |