Planning a wedding? This is your personalized wedding budget estimate based on a guest count of 100 to 150 people and an average wedding cost of $63,256 - $77,312. Below, we've answered the most common questions about wedding costs to help you understand how this budget breaks down across different categories, from the venue to the photographer. Use these estimates to guide your planning and vendor selection.
Wedding Cost Summary
Wedding Budget:
$63,256 - $77,312
Lives in: New York NY
Season:
Spring Wedding in 2027
How many guests:
This estimate is based on having 125 guests with a range of 100 to 150 guests. Adding a single guest will likely add $506 - $618 to the total amount spent.
The ceremony will be at one location while the reception will be at another
Ceremony Location:
a church or other place of worship
Reception Location:
a historical building
Type of wedding:
Destination, Elegant, Formal
Wedding color theme:
Ivory
Highest priorities:
Event Food Service, Catering, Bar Service
Event Location/Venue
Flowers & Decorations
Wedding Cost Category Summary
Category
Estimated Cost
Percent of Estimate
Attire & Accessories
$6,639 - $8,115
10.5%
Bakery
$518 - $633
0.8%
Beauty Health & Spa
$250 - $306
0.4%
Entertainment
$13,753 - $16,809
21.7%
Event Venue & Services
$16,241 - $19,850
25.7%
Flowers & Decorations
$3,903 - $4,771
6.2%
Invitations
$1,516 - $1,852
2.4%
Jewelry
$9,858 - $12,048
15.6%
Other Events & Items
$1,319 - $1,613
2.1%
Photography & Video
$6,314 - $7,718
10.0%
Planner/Coordinator
$1,724 - $2,108
2.7%
Transportation
$1,220 - $1,492
1.9%
Total Cost
$63,256 - $77,312
100%
19-Month Wedding Purchase Timeline
Wedding Rings/Bands (not Engagement Ring)
Purchase/Book By:
16.2 mos
Event Location/Venue
Purchase/Book By:
15.1 mos
Event Rentals
Purchase/Book By:
14.9 mos
Event Food Service or Catering
Purchase/Book By:
13.1 mos
Event Bar Service
Purchase/Book By:
12.3 mos
Invitations
Purchase/Book By:
12.2 mos
Other Wedding Jewelry (Earrings, Necklace, Watches, etc.)
NOTE: This wedding timeline is crafted based on the purchasing habits of other couples, providing a practical framework to guide your planning process. By reflecting common choices and sequences, it offers a reliable structure to help you organize your special day effectively.
What is the average cost of a wedding for 125 guests in United States?
For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $63,256 - $77,312. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
How much does a wedding cost per person in United States?
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $562. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $63,256 - $77,312.
How does the cost of a wedding in United States compare to the national average?
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $63,256 - $77,312 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Attire & Accessories
Dress Accessories
$811 - $991
1.3%
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
$379 - $463
0.6%
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
$838 - $1,024
1.3%
Wedding Dress
$4,612 - $5,636
7.3%
Attire & Accessories Total Cost
$6,639 - $8,115
10.5%
How much should I budget for wedding dress accessories in New York NY?
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $811 - $991. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
What is the average cost of tuxedo or suit rentals for a wedding?
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $838 - $1,024.
How much should I budget for a wedding dress in New York NY?
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,612 - $5,636. This represents about 7.3% of your total wedding expenses.
Bakery
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Bakery
Wedding Cake/dessert
$518 - $633
0.8%
Bakery Total Cost
$518 - $633
0.8%
What is the average price of a wedding cake in New York NY?
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New York NY is $518 - $633. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
How much does a wedding cake cost per slice in my area?
In the New York NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
Entertainment
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Entertainment
Childrens Entertainment or Childcare
$1,394 - $1,704
2.2%
DJ/MC
$1,172 - $1,432
1.9%
Entertainment lighting
$524 - $640
0.8%
Interactive Experiences
$867 - $1,059
1.4%
Live Band
$3,368 - $4,116
5.3%
Musician/s or Soloist or Ensemble
$1,048 - $1,280
1.7%
Visual Spectacles
$5,381 - $6,577
8.5%
Entertainment Total Cost
$13,753 - $16,809
21.7%
How much should your wedding entertainment budget be in New York NY?
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $13,753 - $16,809, which is 21.7% of your total.
What's the average price for a wedding DJ in New York NY?
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New York NY area is $1,172 - $1,432.
How much does it cost to hire a live band for a wedding reception?
For a live band, couples in New York NY typically budget around $3,368 - $4,116 which is 5.3% of your total.
Event Venue & Services
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Event Venue & Services
Wedding Venue Bar Service
$2,903 - $3,549
4.6%
Wedding Venue Food Service
$5,555 - $6,789
8.8%
Wedding Venue Location Fee
$5,774 - $7,057
9.1%
Wedding Venue Rentals
$2,009 - $2,455
3.2%
Event Venue & Services Total Cost
$16,241 - $19,850
25.7%
How much does it cost to rent a wedding venue in New York NY?
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in New York NY, you should budget approximately $16,241 - $19,850, which is about 25.7% of your total budget.
Flowers & Decorations
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Flowers & Decorations
Bouquets
$485 - $593
0.8%
Boutonnieres/Corsages
$222 - $272
0.4%
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
$1,125 - $1,375
1.8%
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
$872 - $1,066
1.4%
Venue Decorations
$1,199 - $1,465
1.9%
Flowers & Decorations Total Cost
$3,903 - $4,771
6.2%
What is the average cost of wedding flowers for a ceremony and reception?
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,903 - $4,771. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
Invitations
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Invitations
Ceremony Programs
$193 - $235
0.3%
Engagement Announcements
$174 - $212
0.3%
Guest Book
$89 - $109
0.1%
Invitations and Reply Cards
$303 - $371
0.5%
Postage
$130 - $158
0.2%
Reception Menus
$187 - $229
0.3%
Save the Date Cards
$171 - $209
0.3%
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
$132 - $162
0.2%
Thank You Cards
$137 - $167
0.2%
Invitations Total Cost
$1,516 - $1,852
2.4%
How much do wedding invitations and stationery cost for 125 guests?
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,516 - $1,852. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
Jewelry
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Jewelry
Engagement Ring
$5,819 - $7,112
9.2%
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
$2,477 - $3,027
3.9%
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
$1,562 - $1,910
2.5%
Jewelry Total Cost
$9,858 - $12,048
15.6%
How much should be budgeted for wedding rings (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1)?
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,477 - $3,027, which is about 3.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
How much should be budgeted for wedding rings (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2)?
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $1,562 - $1,910, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
Photography & Video
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Photography & Video
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
$273 - $333
0.4%
Engagement Session
$405 - $495
0.6%
Prints/Enlargements
$305 - $373
0.5%
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
$551 - $673
0.9%
Wedding Photographer
$2,711 - $3,313
4.3%
Wedding Videographer
$2,070 - $2,530
3.3%
Photography & Video Total Cost
$6,314 - $7,718
10.0%
What is the average cost for a wedding photographer and video services in New York NY?
On average, couples in New York NY spend between $6,314 - $7,718 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.0% of your overall budget.
What is the average cost for a wedding photographer in New York NY?
On average, couples in New York NY with 125 guests spend between $2,711 - $3,313 on wedding photography, which is about 4.3% of your total wedding cost.
How much should I budget for a wedding videographer?
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New York NY is $2,070 - $2,530. That's about 3.3% of your total budget.
Planner/Coordinator
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Planner/Coordinator
Wedding Coordinator
$1,724 - $2,108
2.7%
Planner/Coordinator Total Cost
$1,724 - $2,108
2.7%
How much does a Wedding Coordinator cost in New York NY?
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New York NY is estimated to be $1,724 - $2,108. This service accounts for 2.7% of your total budget.
The average cost of a wedding is based on real spending reported by couples, not vendor price lists. It includes both new and used items, and services provided by professionals, independent providers, or even friends and family. Every wedding is unique, and what couples spend can vary widely depending on their preferences and circumstances.
