For a wedding with 175 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $42,037 - $51,379. 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 $267. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,037 - $51,379.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,037 - $51,379 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 $274 - $334. 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 $294 - $360.
In United States, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,610 - $1,968. This represents about 3.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,305 - $2,817 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$274 - $334 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$294 - $360 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,610 - $1,968 |
3.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in United States is $677 - $827. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$677 - $827 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$677 - $827 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in United States is $230 - $281. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$230 - $281 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,394 - $1,704, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the United States area is $966 - $1,180.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,394 - $1,704 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$966 - $1,180 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$428 - $524 |
1.0% |
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 $19,288 - $23,574, which is about 45.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,288 - $23,574 |
45.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,606 - $4,408 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,953 - $8,498 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,162 - $7,532 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,567 - $3,137 |
6.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,151 - $3,851. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,151 - $3,851 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$466 - $570 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $259 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$457 - $559 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$581 - $711 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$850 - $1,038 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$585 - $715 |
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 $1,154 - $1,410.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,154 - $1,410 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$585 - $715 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$309 - $377 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,147 - $1,401. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,147 - $1,401 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$194 - $237 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$288 - $352 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$172 - $210 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $879 - $1,075, which is about 2.1% 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 $534 - $652, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,229 - $6,391 |
12.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,816 - $4,664 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$879 - $1,075 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$534 - $652 |
1.3% |
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 $711 - $869.
| Other Events Cost |
$711 - $869 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$711 - $869 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$381 - $465 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in United States spend between $2,549 - $3,115 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in United States with 175 guests spend between $2,194 - $2,682 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,549 - $3,115 |
6.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$355 - $433 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,194 - $2,682 |
5.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in United States is estimated to be $3,099 - $3,787. This service accounts for 7.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,099 - $3,787 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,099 - $3,787 |
7.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $486 - $594.
| Transportation Cost |
$486 - $594 |
1.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$486 - $594 |
1.2% |