For a wedding with 400 guests in the Poughkeepsie NY, the estimated total cost is around $93,708 - $114,532. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Poughkeepsie NY is approximately $260. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $93,708 - $114,532.
The average wedding cost in Poughkeepsie NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $93,708 - $114,532 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $384 - $470. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $414 - $506.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,264 - $2,767. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,239 - $3,959 |
3.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$384 - $470 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$177 - $217 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$414 - $506 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,264 - $2,767 |
2.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Poughkeepsie NY is $2,029 - $2,479. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Poughkeepsie NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,029 - $2,479 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,029 - $2,479 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Poughkeepsie NY is $302 - $369. 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 |
$302 - $369 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$128 - $156 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,148 - $5,070, which is 4.4% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Poughkeepsie NY typically budget around $3,570 - $4,364 which is 3.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,148 - $5,070 |
4.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$578 - $706 |
0.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,570 - $4,364 |
3.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Poughkeepsie NY, you should budget approximately $52,418 - $64,066, which is about 55.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$52,418 - $64,066 |
55.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,299 - $13,809 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,778 - $26,618 |
23.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,300 - $13,812 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,041 - $9,827 |
8.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,215 - $10,041. This accounts for roughly 8.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,215 - $10,041 |
8.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$859 - $1,049 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$390 - $476 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,397 - $1,707 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$828 - $1,012 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,892 - $3,534 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,850 - $2,262 |
2.0% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,105 - $3,795.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,105 - $3,795 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$140 - $172 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$189 - $231 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,831 - $2,237 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$945 - $1,155 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,638 - $4,446. This is approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,638 - $4,446 |
3.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$594 - $726 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$275 - $336 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$882 - $1,078 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$545 - $666 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$525 - $641 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$401 - $491 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$417 - $509 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,180 - $1,442, which is about 1.3% 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 $716 - $876, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,896 - $2,318 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,180 - $1,442 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$716 - $876 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Poughkeepsie NY area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $960 - $1,174.
| Other Events Cost |
$960 - $1,174 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$960 - $1,174 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Poughkeepsie NY spend between $4,558 - $5,570 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Poughkeepsie NY with 400 guests spend between $2,965 - $3,623 on wedding photography, which is about 3.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,558 - $5,570 |
4.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$449 - $549 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$495 - $605 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$649 - $793 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,965 - $3,623 |
3.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Poughkeepsie NY is estimated to be $4,186 - $5,116. This service accounts for 4.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,186 - $5,116 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,186 - $5,116 |
4.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,236 - $5,178.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,236 - $5,178 |
4.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,236 - $5,178 |
4.5% |