For a wedding with 75 guests in the Buffalo, the estimated total cost is around $20,625 - $25,209. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Buffalo is approximately $306. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $20,625 - $25,209.
The average wedding cost in Buffalo is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $20,625 - $25,209 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Buffalo NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,224 - $1,496. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,319 - $1,613 |
6.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$95 - $117 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,224 - $1,496 |
5.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Buffalo NY is $262 - $320. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$262 - $320 |
1.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$63 - $77 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,706 - $2,085, which is 8.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Buffalo area is $1,182 - $1,444.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,706 - $2,085 |
8.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,182 - $1,444 |
5.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$524 - $640 |
2.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Buffalo, you should budget approximately $10,425 - $12,741, which is about 50.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,425 - $12,741 |
50.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,553 - $1,898 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,993 - $3,659 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,774 - $5,834 |
23.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,105 - $1,351 |
5.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $746 - $912. This accounts for roughly 3.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$746 - $912 |
3.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$513 - $627 |
2.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$233 - $285 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $252 - $308.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$252 - $308 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$252 - $308 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $461 - $563. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$461 - $563 |
2.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$43 - $53 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$75 - $91 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$62 - $76 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$64 - $78 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $732 - $894, which is about 3.5% 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 $444 - $542, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,175 - $1,437 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$732 - $894 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$444 - $542 |
2.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Buffalo area is $278 - $340. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$278 - $340 |
1.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$278 - $340 |
1.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $870 - $1,064.
| Other Events Cost |
$870 - $1,064 |
4.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$870 - $1,064 |
4.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$445 - $543 |
2.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$445 - $543 |
2.2% |
On average, couples in Buffalo spend between $2,687 - $3,284 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Buffalo with 75 guests spend between $2,687 - $3,284 on wedding photography, which is about 13.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,687 - $3,284 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,687 - $3,284 |
13.0% |