For a wedding with 400 guests in the Phoenix AZ, the estimated total cost is around $98,134 - $119,942. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Phoenix AZ is approximately $273. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $98,134 - $119,942.
The average wedding cost in Phoenix AZ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $98,134 - $119,942 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Phoenix AZ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $250 - $306. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $265 - $323.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$626 - $765 |
0.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$250 - $306 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$111 - $135 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$265 - $323 |
0.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Phoenix AZ is $266 - $325. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$266 - $325 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,261 - $3,985, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Phoenix AZ area is $1,397 - $1,707.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,261 - $3,985 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,397 - $1,707 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$611 - $747 |
0.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,253 - $1,531 |
1.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Phoenix AZ, you should budget approximately $62,619 - $76,535, which is about 63.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$62,619 - $76,535 |
63.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$13,502 - $16,502 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$26,277 - $32,117 |
26.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,309 - $16,267 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$9,531 - $11,649 |
9.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,258 - $10,093. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,258 - $10,093 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$570 - $696 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$254 - $310 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$814 - $994 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$3,002 - $3,669 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,896 - $2,318 |
1.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,507 - $4,287.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,507 - $4,287 |
3.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$100 - $122 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$128 - $156 |
0.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,182 - $2,666 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,098 - $1,342 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,886 - $4,750. This is approximately 4.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,886 - $4,750 |
4.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$620 - $758 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$291 - $355 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,019 - $1,245 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$559 - $683 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$546 - $668 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$413 - $505 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$438 - $536 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $887 - $1,084, which is about 0.9% 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 $527 - $645, which is about 0.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,313 - $6,493 |
5.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,899 - $4,765 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$887 - $1,084 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$527 - $645 |
0.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Phoenix AZ area is $264 - $322. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$264 - $322 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$264 - $322 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,049 - $1,282.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,049 - $1,282 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,049 - $1,282 |
1.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$423 - $517 |
0.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Phoenix AZ spend between $4,085 - $4,993 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Phoenix AZ with 400 guests spend between $3,731 - $4,560 on wedding photography, which is about 3.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,085 - $4,993 |
4.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$355 - $433 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,731 - $4,560 |
3.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Phoenix AZ is estimated to be $4,579 - $5,597. This service accounts for 4.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,579 - $5,597 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,579 - $5,597 |
4.7% |