For a wedding with 250 guests in the Philadelphia PA, the estimated total cost is around $68,135 - $83,277. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Philadelphia PA is approximately $303. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $68,135 - $83,277.
The average wedding cost in Philadelphia PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $68,135 - $83,277 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Swedesboro NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $447 - $547. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $474 - $580.
In Swedesboro NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,685 - $3,281. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,806 - $4,652 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$447 - $547 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$200 - $244 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$474 - $580 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,685 - $3,281 |
3.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Philadelphia PA is $1,121 - $1,371. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Philadelphia PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,121 - $1,371 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,121 - $1,371 |
1.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,038 - $2,490, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Philadelphia PA area is $1,424 - $1,740.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,038 - $2,490 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,424 - $1,740 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$614 - $750 |
0.9% |
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 Philadelphia PA, you should budget approximately $31,768 - $38,828, which is about 46.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,768 - $38,828 |
46.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,943 - $7,263 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,559 - $14,127 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,054 - $12,288 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,213 - $5,149 |
6.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,935 - $6,031. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,935 - $6,031 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$711 - $869 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$316 - $386 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$869 - $1,062 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,413 - $1,727 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$875 - $1,069 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,660 - $2,028. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,660 - $2,028 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$270 - $330 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$445 - $543 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$204 - $250 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$239 - $293 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$193 - $235 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,436 - $1,756, 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 $856 - $1,046, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,616 - $10,530 |
12.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,323 - $7,729 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,436 - $1,756 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$856 - $1,046 |
1.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$485 - $593 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Swedesboro NJ spend between $6,052 - $7,396 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA with 250 guests spend between $3,222 - $3,938 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Philadelphia PA is $2,360 - $2,884. That's about 3.5% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,052 - $7,396 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$470 - $574 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,222 - $3,938 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,360 - $2,884 |
3.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Philadelphia PA is estimated to be $2,343 - $2,863. This service accounts for 3.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,343 - $2,863 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,343 - $2,863 |
3.4% |
