For a wedding with 175 guests in the New York City, the estimated total cost is around $59,804 - $73,094. 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 City is approximately $380. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,804 - $73,094.
The average wedding cost in New York City is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,804 - $73,094 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 $205 - $251. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $229 - $279.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,252 - $1,530. This represents about 2.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,769 - $2,163 |
3.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$205 - $251 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$84 - $102 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$229 - $279 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,252 - $1,530 |
2.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in New York City is $656 - $802. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New York City area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$656 - $802 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$656 - $802 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New York City is $330 - $404. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$330 - $404 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,192 - $7,568, which is 10.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New York City area is $1,282 - $1,566.
For a live band, couples in New York City typically budget around $4,289 - $5,242 which is 7.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,192 - $7,568 |
10.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,282 - $1,566 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$622 - $760 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,289 - $5,242 |
7.2% |
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 New York City, you should budget approximately $19,167 - $23,427, which is about 32.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,167 - $23,427 |
32.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,061 - $3,741 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,943 - $7,263 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,860 - $9,606 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,304 - $2,816 |
3.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,598 - $4,398. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,598 - $4,398 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$643 - $785 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$279 - $341 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$773 - $945 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$732 - $894 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$520 - $636 |
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 $1,233 - $1,507.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,233 - $1,507 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$183 - $223 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$553 - $675 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$398 - $486 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,176 - $2,660. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,176 - $2,660 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$284 - $348 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$270 - $330 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$378 - $462 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$184 - $224 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$290 - $354 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$266 - $326 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$193 - $235 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $749 - $915, which is about 1.3% 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 $451 - $551, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,084 - $6,214 |
8.5% |
|
Bracelet
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$190 - $232 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,301 - $4,035 |
5.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$233 - $285 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$749 - $915 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$451 - $551 |
0.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New York City area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,027 - $1,255.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,027 - $1,255 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,027 - $1,255 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$528 - $646 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New York City spend between $6,397 - $7,819 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New York City with 175 guests spend between $3,007 - $3,675 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New York City is $2,572 - $3,144. This makes up a portion of your (4.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,397 - $7,819 |
10.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$329 - $403 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$489 - $597 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,007 - $3,675 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,572 - $3,144 |
4.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New York City is estimated to be $2,401 - $2,935. This service accounts for 4.0% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New York City is estimated to be $4,146 - $5,068. This service accounts for 6.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$9,554 - $11,677 |
16.0% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$3,006 - $3,674 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,401 - $2,935 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,146 - $5,068 |
6.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,791 - $2,189.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,791 - $2,189 |
3.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$546 - $668 |
0.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,245 - $1,521 |
2.1% |