For a wedding with 175 guests in the Buffalo NY, the estimated total cost is around $47,284 - $57,792. 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 $300. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,284 - $57,792.
The average wedding cost in Buffalo NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,284 - $57,792 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Buffalo NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $240 - $294. 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 $238 - $290.
In Buffalo NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,370 - $1,674. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,960 - $2,396 |
4.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$238 - $290 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,370 - $1,674 |
2.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Buffalo NY is $156 - $190. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$63 - $77 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,726 - $5,776, which is 10.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Buffalo NY area is $1,131 - $1,383.
For a live band, couples in Buffalo NY typically budget around $2,639 - $3,225 which is 5.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,726 - $5,776 |
10.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,131 - $1,383 |
2.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,639 - $3,225 |
5.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$956 - $1,168 |
2.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,849 - $3,483. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,849 - $3,483 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$410 - $502 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$185 - $227 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$555 - $679 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,099 - $1,343 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$599 - $733 |
1.3% |
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 $1,442 - $1,762.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,442 - $1,762 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$847 - $1,035 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$322 - $394 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $808 - $988. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$808 - $988 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$69 - $85 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$248 - $303 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HIM) is estimated at $546 - $668, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,181 - $1,443 |
2.5% |
|
Bracelet
|
$211 - $257 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$183 - $223 |
0.4% |
|
Necklace
|
$241 - $295 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$546 - $668 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Buffalo NY spend between $4,464 - $5,456 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Buffalo NY with 175 guests spend between $2,404 - $2,938 on wedding photography, which is about 5.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Buffalo NY is $1,623 - $1,983. This makes up a portion of your (3.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,464 - $5,456 |
9.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$437 - $535 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,404 - $2,938 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,623 - $1,983 |
3.4% |
Planner/Consultant
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$1,224 - $1,496 |
2.6% |
|
A La Carte Services
|
$1,224 - $1,496 |
2.6% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$28,474 - $34,802 |
60.2% |