For a wedding with 125 guests in the New York NY, the estimated total cost is around $49,237 - $60,179. 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 $438. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,237 - $60,179.
The average wedding cost in New York NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,237 - $60,179 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $588 - $718. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,461 - $4,230. This represents about 7.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,048 - $4,948 |
8.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$588 - $718 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,461 - $4,230 |
7.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New York NY is $508 - $620. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$508 - $620 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$508 - $620 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New York NY is $297 - $363. 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 |
$297 - $363 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,826 - $9,566, which is 15.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New York NY area is $1,540 - $1,882.
For a live band, couples in New York NY typically budget around $4,216 - $5,152 which is 8.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,826 - $9,566 |
15.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,540 - $1,882 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$682 - $834 |
1.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,216 - $5,152 |
8.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,389 - $1,697 |
2.8% |
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 $17,685 - $21,615, which is about 35.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,685 - $21,615 |
35.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,567 - $3,137 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,948 - $6,048 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,343 - $10,197 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,827 - $2,233 |
3.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,424 - $4,184. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,424 - $4,184 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$705 - $861 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$320 - $392 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$363 - $443 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$990 - $1,210 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$638 - $780 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$408 - $498 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,021 - $1,247.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,021 - $1,247 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$206 - $252 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$416 - $508 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$246 - $300 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $886 - $1,082. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$886 - $1,082 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$154 - $188 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $1,053 - $1,287, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,053 - $1,287 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,053 - $1,287 |
2.1% |
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 Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in New York NY spend between $6,159 - $7,527 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New York NY with 125 guests spend between $3,500 - $4,278 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New York NY is $2,659 - $3,249. This makes up a portion of your (5.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,159 - $7,527 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,500 - $4,278 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,659 - $3,249 |
5.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New York NY is estimated to be $4,942 - $6,040. This service accounts for 10.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,942 - $6,040 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,942 - $6,040 |
10.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $611 - $747.
| Transportation Cost |
$611 - $747 |
1.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$611 - $747 |
1.2% |