For a wedding with 125 guests in the Merrimack NH, the estimated total cost is around $28,218 - $34,488. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Merrimack NH is approximately $251. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,218 - $34,488.
The average wedding cost in Merrimack NH is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,218 - $34,488 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Merrimack NH, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $357 - $437. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $379 - $463.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$896 - $1,095 |
3.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$357 - $437 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$159 - $195 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$379 - $463 |
1.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Merrimack NH is $443 - $541. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Merrimack NH area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$443 - $541 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$443 - $541 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Merrimack NH is $269 - $329. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$269 - $329 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,722 - $2,104, which is 6.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Merrimack NH area is $1,203 - $1,471.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,722 - $2,104 |
6.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,203 - $1,471 |
4.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$518 - $634 |
1.8% |
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 Merrimack NH, you should budget approximately $14,734 - $18,008, which is about 52.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,734 - $18,008 |
52.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,222 - $2,716 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,322 - $5,282 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,614 - $8,084 |
23.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,576 - $1,926 |
5.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,512 - $3,070. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,512 - $3,070 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$616 - $752 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$275 - $336 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$770 - $941 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$558 - $682 |
2.0% |
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 $361 - $441.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$361 - $441 |
1.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$361 - $441 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $645 - $789. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$645 - $789 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$105 - $129 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$174 - $212 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $95 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$71 - $87 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$75 - $91 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,110 - $1,356, which is about 3.9% 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 $661 - $807, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,770 - $2,164 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,110 - $1,356 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$661 - $807 |
2.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Merrimack NH area is $297 - $363. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$297 - $363 |
1.1% |
|
Officiant
|
$297 - $363 |
1.1% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $921 - $1,125.
| Other Events Cost |
$921 - $1,125 |
3.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$921 - $1,125 |
3.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
1.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Merrimack NH spend between $3,170 - $3,874 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Merrimack NH with 125 guests spend between $2,724 - $3,330 on wedding photography, which is about 9.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,170 - $3,874 |
11.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$446 - $545 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,724 - $3,330 |
9.7% |