For a wedding with 175 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $37,595 - $45,949. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $239. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,595 - $45,949.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,595 - $45,949 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In United States, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $252 - $308. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $272 - $332.
In United States, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,486 - $1,816. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,127 - $2,599 |
5.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$252 - $308 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$272 - $332 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,486 - $1,816 |
4.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in United States is $634 - $774. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the United States area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$634 - $774 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$634 - $774 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in United States is $211 - $257. 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 |
$211 - $257 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,332 - $1,628, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the United States area is $923 - $1,128.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,332 - $1,628 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$923 - $1,128 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$410 - $501 |
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 United States, you should budget approximately $19,223 - $23,495, which is about 51.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,223 - $23,495 |
51.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,483 - $4,257 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,714 - $8,206 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,548 - $8,003 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,479 - $3,029 |
6.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,857 - $3,491. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,857 - $3,491 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$404 - $494 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$184 - $224 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$428 - $524 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$536 - $656 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$796 - $972 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$509 - $622 |
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 $1,114 - $1,362.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,114 - $1,362 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$564 - $690 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$290 - $354 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,085 - $1,326. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,085 - $1,326 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$182 - $222 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$270 - $330 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $841 - $1,027, which is about 2.2% 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 $510 - $624, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,000 - $6,111 |
13.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,649 - $4,459 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$841 - $1,027 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$510 - $624 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the United States area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $680 - $831.
| Other Events Cost |
$680 - $831 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$680 - $831 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$381 - $465 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in United States spend between $2,715 - $3,319 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in United States with 175 guests spend between $2,361 - $2,885 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,715 - $3,319 |
7.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$355 - $433 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,361 - $2,885 |
6.3% |