For a wedding with 125 guests in the Schenectady NY, the estimated total cost is around $49,704 - $60,750. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Schenectady NY is approximately $442. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,704 - $60,750.
The average wedding cost in Schenectady NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,704 - $60,750 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Schenectady NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $378 - $462. 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 $408 - $498.
In Schenectady NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,229 - $2,725. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,191 - $3,900 |
6.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$378 - $462 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$176 - $215 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$408 - $498 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,229 - $2,725 |
4.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Schenectady NY is $545 - $666. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Schenectady NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$545 - $666 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$545 - $666 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Schenectady NY is $290 - $354. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$290 - $354 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,167 - $2,649, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Schenectady NY area is $1,501 - $1,835.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,167 - $2,649 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,501 - $1,835 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$666 - $814 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Schenectady NY, you should budget approximately $18,889 - $23,087, which is about 38.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,889 - $23,087 |
38.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,968 - $3,628 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,720 - $6,991 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,089 - $9,887 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,112 - $2,582 |
4.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,231 - $3,949. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,231 - $3,949 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$599 - $732 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$272 - $332 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$368 - $450 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$872 - $1,066 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$684 - $836 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$437 - $534 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,039 - $1,269.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,039 - $1,269 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$177 - $217 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$482 - $589 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$248 - $304 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $911 - $1,113. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$911 - $1,113 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$73 - $89 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$231 - $283 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,268 - $1,550, which is about 2.6% 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 $770 - $941, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,544 - $9,220 |
15.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,506 - $6,730 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,268 - $1,550 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$770 - $941 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Schenectady NY area is $290 - $354. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$290 - $354 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$290 - $354 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,105 - $1,351.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,105 - $1,351 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,105 - $1,351 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$463 - $565 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$463 - $565 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Schenectady NY spend between $4,478 - $5,474 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Schenectady NY with 125 guests spend between $4,057 - $4,959 on wedding photography, which is about 8.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,478 - $5,474 |
9.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$421 - $515 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,057 - $4,959 |
8.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Schenectady NY is estimated to be $4,819 - $5,889. This service accounts for 9.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,819 - $5,889 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,819 - $5,889 |
9.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $744 - $910.
| Transportation Cost |
$744 - $910 |
1.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$744 - $910 |
1.5% |