For a wedding with 175 guests in the Philadelphia PA, the estimated total cost is around $59,476 - $72,692. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Philadelphia PA is approximately $378. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,476 - $72,692.
The average wedding cost in Philadelphia PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,476 - $72,692 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chalfont PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $461 - $563. 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 $476 - $582.
In Chalfont PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,618 - $3,200. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,771 - $4,609 |
6.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$461 - $563 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$216 - $264 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$476 - $582 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,618 - $3,200 |
4.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Philadelphia PA is $903 - $1,103. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Philadelphia PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$903 - $1,103 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$903 - $1,103 |
1.5% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,078 - $2,540, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Philadelphia PA area is $1,436 - $1,756.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,078 - $2,540 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,436 - $1,756 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$642 - $784 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Philadelphia PA, you should budget approximately $30,588 - $37,386, which is about 51.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,588 - $37,386 |
51.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,034 - $6,152 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,630 - $11,770 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,443 - $15,209 |
20.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,481 - $4,255 |
5.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,424 - $5,408. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,424 - $5,408 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$572 - $700 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$262 - $320 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$577 - $705 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$943 - $1,153 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,256 - $1,535 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$815 - $996 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 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 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$212 - $260 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$826 - $1,010 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,166 - $1,425. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,166 - $1,425 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$212 - $259 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$332 - $406 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$139 - $169 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$188 - $230 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$145 - $177 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$150 - $184 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,422 - $1,738, which is about 2.4% 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 $896 - $1,096, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,592 - $10,502 |
14.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,274 - $7,668 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,422 - $1,738 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$896 - $1,096 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Philadelphia PA area is $284 - $347. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$284 - $347 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$284 - $347 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,063 - $1,299.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,063 - $1,299 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,063 - $1,299 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$449 - $549 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$449 - $549 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $3,775 - $4,613 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA with 175 guests spend between $3,322 - $4,060 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,775 - $4,613 |
6.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$453 - $553 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,322 - $4,060 |
5.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,345 - $1,643.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,345 - $1,643 |
2.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,345 - $1,643 |
2.3% |