For a wedding with 125 guests in the New York NY, the estimated total cost is around $49,991 - $61,101. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New York NY is approximately $444. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,991 - $61,101.
The average wedding cost in New York NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,991 - $61,101 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $600 - $734. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $647 - $791.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,584 - $4,380. This represents about 7.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,104 - $6,238 |
10.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$600 - $734 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$273 - $333 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$647 - $791 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,584 - $4,380 |
7.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New York NY is $458 - $560. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New York NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$458 - $560 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$458 - $560 |
0.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New York NY is $315 - $385. 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 |
$315 - $385 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,200 - $2,688, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New York NY area is $1,525 - $1,863.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,200 - $2,688 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,525 - $1,863 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$675 - $825 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in New York NY, you should budget approximately $19,746 - $24,134, which is about 39.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,746 - $24,134 |
39.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,426 - $2,965 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,710 - $5,756 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,901 - $13,323 |
21.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,710 - $2,090 |
3.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,270 - $3,996. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,270 - $3,996 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$707 - $865 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$317 - $387 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$943 - $1,153 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$578 - $706 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$370 - $452 |
0.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $986 - $1,206.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$986 - $1,206 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$208 - $254 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$391 - $477 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $837 - $1,023. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$837 - $1,023 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$219 - $267 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,868 - $2,284, which is about 3.7% 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 $1,126 - $1,376, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$11,157 - $13,637 |
22.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,163 - $9,977 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,868 - $2,284 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,126 - $1,376 |
2.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New York NY area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,107 - $1,353.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,107 - $1,353 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,107 - $1,353 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New York NY spend between $4,032 - $4,928 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New York NY with 125 guests spend between $3,522 - $4,304 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,032 - $4,928 |
8.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$510 - $624 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,522 - $4,304 |
7.0% |