For a wedding with 250 guests in the New York NY, the estimated total cost is around $75,593 - $92,391. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New York NY is approximately $336. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $75,593 - $92,391.
The average wedding cost in New York NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $75,593 - $92,391 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 $336 - $410. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $356 - $435.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,011 - $2,457. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,852 - $3,486 |
3.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$336 - $410 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$150 - $184 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$356 - $435 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,011 - $2,457 |
2.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in New York NY is $1,203 - $1,471. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,203 - $1,471 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,203 - $1,471 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New York NY is $344 - $420. 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 |
$344 - $420 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$150 - $184 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$123 - $151 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,929 - $4,803, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New York NY area is $1,684 - $2,058.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,929 - $4,803 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,684 - $2,058 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$737 - $901 |
1.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,508 - $1,844 |
2.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in New York NY, you should budget approximately $36,170 - $44,208, which is about 47.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$36,170 - $44,208 |
47.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,496 - $7,940 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,641 - $15,451 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,447 - $15,213 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,586 - $5,605 |
6.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,402 - $6,602. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,402 - $6,602 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$770 - $942 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$342 - $418 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,018 - $1,244 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,509 - $1,845 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$953 - $1,165 |
1.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,850 - $2,262.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,850 - $2,262 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$126 - $154 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$160 - $196 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,050 - $1,284 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$514 - $628 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,048 - $2,503. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,048 - $2,503 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$290 - $354 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$253 - $309 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$138 - $168 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$477 - $583 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$234 - $286 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$257 - $314 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$205 - $251 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,146 - $1,400, which is about 1.5% 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 $682 - $834, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,874 - $8,402 |
9.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,046 - $6,168 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,146 - $1,400 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$682 - $834 |
0.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New York NY area is $315 - $385. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$315 - $385 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,264 - $1,544.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,264 - $1,544 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,264 - $1,544 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$506 - $618 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New York NY spend between $5,407 - $6,609 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New York NY with 250 guests spend between $4,962 - $6,064 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,407 - $6,609 |
7.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$446 - $545 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,962 - $6,064 |
6.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New York NY is estimated to be $5,518 - $6,744. This service accounts for 7.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,518 - $6,744 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,518 - $6,744 |
7.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,911 - $2,335.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,911 - $2,335 |
2.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,911 - $2,335 |
2.5% |