For a wedding with 175 guests in the Hershey PA, the estimated total cost is around $45,826 - $56,010. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Hershey PA is approximately $291. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,826 - $56,010.
The average wedding cost in Hershey PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,826 - $56,010 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Auburn PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $284 - $348. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $302 - $370.
In Auburn PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,707 - $2,087. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,422 - $2,960 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$284 - $348 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$302 - $370 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,707 - $2,087 |
3.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Hershey PA is $673 - $823. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Hershey PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$673 - $823 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$673 - $823 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Hershey PA is $247 - $301. 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 |
$247 - $301 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$61 - $75 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,581 - $1,933, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Hershey PA area is $1,105 - $1,351.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,581 - $1,933 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,105 - $1,351 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$476 - $582 |
1.0% |
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 Hershey PA, you should budget approximately $20,633 - $25,218, which is about 45.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,633 - $25,218 |
45.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,499 - $4,277 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,806 - $8,318 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,847 - $9,591 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,480 - $3,032 |
5.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,290 - $4,022. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,290 - $4,022 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$537 - $657 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$239 - $293 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$681 - $833 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$850 - $1,038 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$526 - $642 |
1.1% |
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 $1,119 - $1,367.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,119 - $1,367 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$568 - $694 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$290 - $354 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,013 - $1,239. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,013 - $1,239 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$164 - $200 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$269 - $329 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $942 - $1,152, which is about 2.1% 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 $561 - $685, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,097 - $7,451 |
13.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,147 - $5,069 |
9.0% |
|
Necklace
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$942 - $1,152 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$561 - $685 |
1.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Hershey PA area is $282 - $344. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$282 - $344 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$282 - $344 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $846 - $1,034.
| Other Events Cost |
$846 - $1,034 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$846 - $1,034 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$454 - $554 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Hershey PA spend between $4,789 - $5,853 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Hershey PA with 175 guests spend between $2,501 - $3,057 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Hershey PA is $1,832 - $2,239. This makes up a portion of your (4.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,789 - $5,853 |
10.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$456 - $558 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,501 - $3,057 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,832 - $2,239 |
4.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Hershey PA is estimated to be $1,818 - $2,222. This service accounts for 4.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,818 - $2,222 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,818 - $2,222 |
4.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $563 - $689.
| Transportation Cost |
$563 - $689 |
1.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$563 - $689 |
1.2% |