For a wedding with 125 guests in the Scottsdale AZ, the estimated total cost is around $49,631 - $60,661. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Scottsdale AZ is approximately $441. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,631 - $60,661.
The average wedding cost in Scottsdale AZ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,631 - $60,661 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Paradise Valley AZ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $670 - $818. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
In Paradise Valley AZ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,997 - $4,885. This represents about 8.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,667 - $5,704 |
9.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$670 - $818 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,997 - $4,885 |
8.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Scottsdale AZ is $474 - $580. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Scottsdale AZ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$474 - $580 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$474 - $580 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Scottsdale AZ is $258 - $316. 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 |
$258 - $316 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$60 - $74 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,300 - $6,478, which is 10.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Scottsdale AZ area is $1,246 - $1,522.
For a live band, couples in Scottsdale AZ typically budget around $3,503 - $4,281 which is 7.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,300 - $6,478 |
10.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,246 - $1,522 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$552 - $674 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,503 - $4,281 |
7.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Scottsdale AZ, you should budget approximately $16,017 - $19,577, which is about 32.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,017 - $19,577 |
32.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,570 - $3,142 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,991 - $6,101 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,643 - $8,119 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,813 - $2,215 |
3.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,149 - $3,849. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,149 - $3,849 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$544 - $664 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$243 - $297 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$844 - $1,032 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$669 - $817 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$428 - $524 |
0.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,040 - $1,272.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,040 - $1,272 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$148 - $180 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$201 - $245 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$414 - $506 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$278 - $340 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,299 - $1,587. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,299 - $1,587 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$170 - $208 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$150 - $184 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$259 - $317 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$167 - $204 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,107 - $2,575, which is about 4.2% 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 $1,271 - $1,553, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,378 - $4,128 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,107 - $2,575 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,271 - $1,553 |
2.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Scottsdale AZ area is $266 - $325. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$266 - $325 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$266 - $325 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $904 - $1,104.
| Other Events Cost |
$904 - $1,104 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$904 - $1,104 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$425 - $519 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Scottsdale AZ spend between $7,241 - $8,850 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Scottsdale AZ with 125 guests spend between $2,876 - $3,515 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Scottsdale AZ is $2,205 - $2,695. This makes up a portion of your (4.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,241 - $8,850 |
14.6% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$303 - $371 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$494 - $604 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$444 - $542 |
0.9% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$332 - $406 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$587 - $717 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,876 - $3,515 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,205 - $2,695 |
4.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Scottsdale AZ is estimated to be $3,982 - $4,866. This service accounts for 8.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,982 - $4,866 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,982 - $4,866 |
8.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,233 - $1,507.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,233 - $1,507 |
2.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$542 - $662 |
1.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$691 - $845 |
1.4% |