For a wedding with 125 guests in the Buffalo NY, the estimated total cost is around $43,072 - $52,644. 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 $383. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,072 - $52,644.
The average wedding cost in Buffalo NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,072 - $52,644 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 $245 - $299. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $253 - $309.
In Buffalo NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,393 - $1,703. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,005 - $2,451 |
4.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$245 - $299 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$253 - $309 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,393 - $1,703 |
3.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Buffalo NY is $569 - $695. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Buffalo NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$569 - $695 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$569 - $695 |
1.3% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Buffalo NY is $269 - $329. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$269 - $329 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$64 - $78 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,578 - $1,928, which is 3.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Buffalo NY area is $1,091 - $1,333.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,578 - $1,928 |
3.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,091 - $1,333 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$487 - $595 |
1.1% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Buffalo NY, you should budget approximately $17,358 - $21,216, which is about 40.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$17,358 - $21,216 |
40.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,103 - $3,793 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,936 - $7,256 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$6,171 - $7,543 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,147 - $2,625 |
5.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,181 - $5,110. This accounts for roughly 9.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,181 - $5,110 |
9.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$521 - $637 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$239 - $293 |
0.6% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,236 - $1,510 |
2.9% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$959 - $1,172 |
2.2% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$1,226 - $1,498 |
2.8% |
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 $1,049 - $1,283.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,049 - $1,283 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$177 - $217 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$509 - $623 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $939 - $1,147. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$939 - $1,147 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$142 - $174 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$222 - $272 |
0.5% |
|
Map and Direction Insert Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Rsvp Tracking Services
|
$39 - $47 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $776 - $948, which is about 1.8% 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 $490 - $598, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,261 - $6,431 |
12.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,996 - $4,884 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$776 - $948 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$490 - $598 |
1.1% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $808 - $988.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,229 - $1,502 |
2.9% |
|
Lodging
|
$420 - $514 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$808 - $988 |
1.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Buffalo NY spend between $7,030 - $8,592 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Buffalo NY with 125 guests spend between $2,908 - $3,554 on wedding photography, which is about 6.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Buffalo NY is $2,219 - $2,713. This makes up a portion of your (5.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,030 - $8,592 |
16.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$312 - $382 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$425 - $519 |
1.0% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$349 - $427 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$816 - $998 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,908 - $3,554 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,219 - $2,713 |
5.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Buffalo NY is estimated to be $1,605 - $1,961. This service accounts for 3.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,605 - $1,961 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,605 - $1,961 |
3.7% |