For a wedding with 38 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $15,755 - $19,256. 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 $461. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $15,755 - $19,256.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $15,755 - $19,256 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Albany NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $200 - $244. 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 $212 - $260.
In Albany NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,199 - $1,465. This represents about 7.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,700 - $2,078 |
10.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$200 - $244 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$89 - $109 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$212 - $260 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,199 - $1,465 |
7.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Albany NY is $137 - $167. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Albany NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$137 - $167 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$137 - $167 |
0.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Albany NY is $281 - $343. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$281 - $343 |
1.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.7% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.6% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,115 - $1,363, which is 7.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,115 - $1,363 |
7.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,115 - $1,363 |
7.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Albany NY, you should budget approximately $2,570 - $3,141, which is about 16.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$2,570 - $3,141 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$703 - $859 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,368 - $1,672 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$499 - $609 |
3.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,277 - $1,561. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,277 - $1,561 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$592 - $724 |
3.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$264 - $322 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$173 - $211 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$107 - $131 |
0.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $342 - $418.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$342 - $418 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$138 - $168 |
0.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$114 - $140 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$90 - $110 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $237 - $289. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$237 - $289 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$50 - $62 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$24 - $30 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$42 - $52 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$36 - $44 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $762 - $932, which is about 4.8% 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 $454 - $554, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,572 - $5,588 |
29.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,356 - $4,102 |
21.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$762 - $932 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$454 - $554 |
2.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Albany NY area is $310 - $378. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$310 - $378 |
2.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$310 - $378 |
2.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Albany NY spend between $3,215 - $3,929 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Albany NY with 38 guests spend between $2,838 - $3,468 on wedding photography, which is about 18.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,215 - $3,929 |
20.4% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$377 - $461 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,838 - $3,468 |
18.0% |