For a wedding with 175 guests in the Hartford CT, the estimated total cost is around $59,043 - $72,163. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Hartford CT is approximately $375. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,043 - $72,163.
The average wedding cost in Hartford CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,043 - $72,163 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Plantsville CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $402 - $492. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $435 - $531.
In Plantsville CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,403 - $2,937. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,423 - $4,183 |
5.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$402 - $492 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$183 - $223 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$435 - $531 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,403 - $2,937 |
4.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Hartford CT is $717 - $877. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Hartford CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$717 - $877 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$717 - $877 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Hartford CT is $311 - $380. 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 |
$311 - $380 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,153 - $2,631, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Hartford CT area is $1,492 - $1,824.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,153 - $2,631 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,492 - $1,824 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$661 - $807 |
1.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Hartford CT, you should budget approximately $26,660 - $32,584, which is about 45.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,660 - $32,584 |
45.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,701 - $4,523 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,185 - $8,781 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,165 - $16,091 |
22.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,609 - $3,189 |
4.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,054 - $4,954. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,054 - $4,954 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$735 - $899 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$329 - $403 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$967 - $1,181 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$905 - $1,107 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$579 - $707 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,260 - $1,540.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,260 - $1,540 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$131 - $160 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$177 - $217 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$596 - $728 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$356 - $436 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,288 - $1,574. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,288 - $1,574 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$218 - $266 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$331 - $405 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$144 - $176 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$147 - $179 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,237 - $1,511, which is about 2.1% 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 $746 - $912, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,389 - $9,031 |
12.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,406 - $6,608 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,237 - $1,511 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$746 - $912 |
1.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Hartford CT area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,083 - $1,323.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,083 - $1,323 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,083 - $1,323 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Hartford CT spend between $4,545 - $5,555 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Hartford CT with 175 guests spend between $3,446 - $4,212 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,545 - $5,555 |
7.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$436 - $532 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$663 - $811 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,446 - $4,212 |
5.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Hartford CT is estimated to be $4,770 - $5,830. This service accounts for 8.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,770 - $5,830 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,770 - $5,830 |
8.1% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $612 - $748.
| Transportation Cost |
$612 - $748 |
1.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$612 - $748 |
1.0% |