For a wedding with 250 guests in the Buffalo, ny, the estimated total cost is around $45,777 - $55,949. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Buffalo, ny is approximately $203. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,777 - $55,949.
The average wedding cost in Buffalo, ny is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,777 - $55,949 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Buffalo NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $196 - $240. 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 $187 - $229.
In Buffalo NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,082 - $1,322. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,558 - $1,904 |
3.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$196 - $240 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$187 - $229 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,082 - $1,322 |
2.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Buffalo NY is $130 - $158. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$48 - $58 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,061 - $1,297, which is 2.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Buffalo, ny area is $1,061 - $1,297.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,061 - $1,297 |
2.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,061 - $1,297 |
2.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,491 - $4,267. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,491 - $4,267 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$366 - $448 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$166 - $202 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$519 - $635 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,579 - $1,929 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$861 - $1,053 |
1.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,891 - $2,311.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,891 - $2,311 |
4.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,231 - $1,505 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$660 - $806 |
1.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,151 - $1,407. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,151 - $1,407 |
2.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$519 - $635 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$278 - $340 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$209 - $255 |
0.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Buffalo NY spend between $2,692 - $3,290 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Buffalo, ny with 250 guests spend between $2,255 - $2,756 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,692 - $3,290 |
5.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$437 - $535 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,255 - $2,756 |
4.9% |
Planner/Consultant
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$1,126 - $1,376 |
2.5% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$32,677 - $39,939 |
71.4% |