For a wedding with 125 guests in the Wilmington DE, the estimated total cost is around $36,914 - $45,118. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Wilmington DE is approximately $328. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,914 - $45,118.
The average wedding cost in Wilmington DE is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,914 - $45,118 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Middletown DE, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $472 - $576. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $508 - $620.
In Middletown DE, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,814 - $3,440. This represents about 7.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,007 - $4,897 |
10.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$472 - $576 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$213 - $261 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$508 - $620 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,814 - $3,440 |
7.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Wilmington DE is $512 - $626. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Wilmington DE area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$512 - $626 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$512 - $626 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Wilmington DE is $232 - $284. 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 |
$232 - $284 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,679 - $2,052, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Wilmington DE area is $1,679 - $2,052.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,679 - $2,052 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,679 - $2,052 |
4.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Wilmington DE, you should budget approximately $17,222 - $21,050, which is about 46.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,222 - $21,050 |
46.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,764 - $3,378 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,366 - $6,558 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,093 - $11,113 |
24.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $965 - $1,179. This accounts for roughly 2.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$965 - $1,179 |
2.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$667 - $815 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$298 - $364 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $571 - $697.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$571 - $697 |
1.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$446 - $545 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $579 - $707. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$579 - $707 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$131 - $160 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$199 - $243 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,545 - $1,889, which is about 4.2% 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 $931 - $1,137, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,476 - $3,026 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,545 - $1,889 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$931 - $1,137 |
2.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Wilmington DE area is $289 - $353. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$289 - $353 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$289 - $353 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Wilmington DE spend between $8,384 - $10,247 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 22.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Wilmington DE with 125 guests spend between $4,745 - $5,799 on wedding photography, which is about 12.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Wilmington DE is $3,639 - $4,447. This makes up a portion of your (9.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,384 - $10,247 |
22.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,745 - $5,799 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,639 - $4,447 |
9.9% |