For a wedding with 175 guests in the Pittsburgh PA, the estimated total cost is around $59,576 - $72,815. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Pittsburgh PA is approximately $378. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,576 - $72,815.
The average wedding cost in Pittsburgh PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,576 - $72,815 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Mars PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $546 - $668. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $590 - $722.
In Mars PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,227 - $3,945. This represents about 5.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,617 - $5,643 |
7.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$546 - $668 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$253 - $309 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$590 - $722 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,227 - $3,945 |
5.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Pittsburgh PA is $779 - $952. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Pittsburgh PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$779 - $952 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$779 - $952 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Pittsburgh PA is $264 - $322. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$264 - $322 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $73 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,920 - $2,346, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Pittsburgh PA area is $1,329 - $1,625.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,920 - $2,346 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,329 - $1,625 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$590 - $722 |
1.0% |
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 Pittsburgh PA, you should budget approximately $24,390 - $29,810, which is about 40.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,390 - $29,810 |
40.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,282 - $5,234 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,255 - $10,089 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,805 - $10,761 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,048 - $3,726 |
5.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,944 - $4,820. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,944 - $4,820 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$537 - $657 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$244 - $298 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$859 - $1,049 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,073 - $1,311 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$687 - $839 |
1.2% |
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 $1,387 - $1,695.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,387 - $1,695 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$138 - $168 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$186 - $228 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$695 - $849 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$368 - $450 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,334 - $1,630. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,334 - $1,630 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$230 - $282 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$343 - $419 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$129 - $157 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$204 - $250 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$163 - $199 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,787 - $2,185, which is about 3.0% 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 $1,084 - $1,324, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$11,540 - $14,104 |
19.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$399 - $487 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,760 - $9,484 |
13.0% |
|
Necklace
|
$510 - $624 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,787 - $2,185 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,084 - $1,324 |
1.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Pittsburgh PA area is $263 - $321. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$263 - $321 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$263 - $321 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $979 - $1,197.
| Other Events Cost |
$979 - $1,197 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$979 - $1,197 |
1.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$419 - $512 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Pittsburgh PA spend between $6,624 - $8,096 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Pittsburgh PA with 175 guests spend between $3,021 - $3,693 on wedding photography, which is about 5.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Pittsburgh PA is $2,297 - $2,807. This makes up a portion of your (3.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,624 - $8,096 |
11.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$297 - $363 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$442 - $540 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$567 - $693 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,021 - $3,693 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,297 - $2,807 |
3.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,118 - $1,366.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,118 - $1,366 |
1.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,118 - $1,366 |
1.9% |