For a wedding with 125 guests in the Dover NH, the estimated total cost is around $39,664 - $48,478. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Dover NH is approximately $353. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,664 - $48,478.
The average wedding cost in Dover NH is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,664 - $48,478 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Dover NH, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $331 - $405. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $357 - $437.
In Dover NH, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,978 - $2,418. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,817 - $3,443 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$331 - $405 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$357 - $437 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,978 - $2,418 |
5.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Dover NH is $518 - $634. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Dover NH area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$518 - $634 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$518 - $634 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Dover NH is $327 - $399. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$327 - $399 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$140 - $171 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,591 - $3,167, which is 6.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Dover NH area is $1,796 - $2,196.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,591 - $3,167 |
6.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,796 - $2,196 |
4.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$795 - $971 |
2.0% |
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 Dover NH, you should budget approximately $19,619 - $23,979, which is about 49.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,619 - $23,979 |
49.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,756 - $3,368 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,351 - $6,540 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,570 - $11,696 |
24.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,943 - $2,375 |
4.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,100 - $5,011. This accounts for roughly 10.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,100 - $5,011 |
10.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$973 - $1,189 |
2.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$435 - $531 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,103 - $1,349 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$767 - $937 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$491 - $600 |
1.2% |
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 $733 - $895.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$733 - $895 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$167 - $204 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$444 - $542 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $657 - $803. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$657 - $803 |
1.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$62 - $76 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$204 - $250 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,103 - $1,348, which is about 2.8% 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 $664 - $812, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,767 - $2,159 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,103 - $1,348 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$664 - $812 |
1.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,303 - $1,593.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,303 - $1,593 |
3.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,303 - $1,593 |
3.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Dover NH spend between $4,557 - $5,569 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dover NH with 125 guests spend between $4,148 - $5,070 on wedding photography, which is about 10.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,557 - $5,569 |
11.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$409 - $499 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,148 - $5,070 |
10.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $676 - $826.
| Transportation Cost |
$676 - $826 |
1.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$676 - $826 |
1.7% |