For a wedding with 175 guests in the CT , the estimated total cost is around $62,517 - $76,409. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in CT is approximately $397. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $62,517 - $76,409.
The average wedding cost in CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $62,517 - $76,409 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In New Haven CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $257 - $314. 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 $276 - $338.
In New Haven CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,529 - $1,869. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,178 - $2,662 |
3.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$257 - $314 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$276 - $338 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,529 - $1,869 |
2.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in CT is $722 - $882. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$722 - $882 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$722 - $882 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in CT is $308 - $376. 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 |
$308 - $376 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$132 - $162 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$65 - $79 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,224 - $8,830, which is 11.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the CT area is $1,401 - $1,713.
For a live band, couples in CT typically budget around $3,939 - $4,815 which is 6.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,224 - $8,830 |
11.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,401 - $1,713 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$620 - $758 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,939 - $4,815 |
6.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,264 - $1,544 |
2.0% |
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 CT , you should budget approximately $25,342 - $30,974, which is about 40.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,342 - $30,974 |
40.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,933 - $4,807 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,637 - $9,334 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,001 - $13,445 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,772 - $3,388 |
4.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,770 - $4,608. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,770 - $4,608 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$655 - $801 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$293 - $358 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$841 - $1,027 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$912 - $1,114 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$583 - $713 |
0.9% |
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 $1,227 - $1,499.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,227 - $1,499 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$156 - $190 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$635 - $776 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$322 - $394 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,186 - $1,450. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,186 - $1,450 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$196 - $240 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$91 - $111 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$301 - $367 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$151 - $185 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$176 - $216 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$132 - $162 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$139 - $169 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $879 - $1,075, which is about 1.4% 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 $529 - $647, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,441 - $6,650 |
8.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$192 - $234 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,840 - $4,694 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$879 - $1,075 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$529 - $647 |
0.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the CT area is $286 - $350. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$286 - $350 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$286 - $350 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,016 - $1,242.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,016 - $1,242 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,016 - $1,242 |
1.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$458 - $560 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in CT spend between $7,209 - $8,811 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in CT with 175 guests spend between $3,235 - $3,953 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in CT is $2,480 - $3,032. This makes up a portion of your (4.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,209 - $8,811 |
11.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$383 - $468 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$479 - $585 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$633 - $773 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,235 - $3,953 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,480 - $3,032 |
4.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in CT is estimated to be $4,478 - $5,473. This service accounts for 7.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,478 - $5,473 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,478 - $5,473 |
7.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,672 - $2,044.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,672 - $2,044 |
2.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$584 - $714 |
0.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,088 - $1,330 |
1.7% |