For a wedding with 38 guests in the Philadelphia PA, the estimated total cost is around $20,570 - $25,142. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Philadelphia PA is approximately $601. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $20,570 - $25,142.
The average wedding cost in Philadelphia PA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $20,570 - $25,142 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Waukee IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $262 - $320. 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 $351 - $429.
In Waukee IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,932 - $2,362. This represents about 9.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,652 - $3,242 |
12.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$262 - $320 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$107 - $131 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$351 - $429 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,932 - $2,362 |
9.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Philadelphia PA is $136 - $166. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$136 - $166 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$136 - $166 |
0.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Philadelphia PA is $108 - $132. 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 |
$108 - $132 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,185 - $2,671, which is 10.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Philadelphia PA area is $1,129 - $1,379.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,185 - $2,671 |
10.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,129 - $1,379 |
5.5% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,057 - $1,291 |
5.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Philadelphia PA, you should budget approximately $5,702 - $6,969, which is about 27.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,702 - $6,969 |
27.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$513 - $627 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,802 - $5,870 |
23.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$386 - $472 |
1.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,667 - $2,037. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,667 - $2,037 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$499 - $609 |
2.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$217 - $265 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$669 - $817 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$125 - $153 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$89 - $109 |
0.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $42 - $52.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$42 - $52 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$42 - $52 |
0.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $87 - $107. This is approximately 0.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$87 - $107 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$13 - $15 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$40 - $48 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$14 - $18 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$21 - $25 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $860 - $1,051, 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 HIM) is estimated at $517 - $631, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,376 - $1,682 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$860 - $1,051 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$517 - $631 |
2.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Philadelphia PA area is $289 - $353. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$289 - $353 |
1.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$289 - $353 |
1.4% |
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 |
4.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$904 - $1,104 |
4.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
2.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $4,913 - $6,005 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 23.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA with 38 guests spend between $2,649 - $3,237 on wedding photography, which is about 12.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Philadelphia PA is $2,264 - $2,768. This makes up a portion of your (11.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,913 - $6,005 |
23.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,649 - $3,237 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,264 - $2,768 |
11.0% |