For a wedding with 125 guests in the Wilkes Barre PA, the estimated total cost is around $30,122 - $36,816. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Wilkes Barre PA is approximately $268. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,122 - $36,816.
The average wedding cost in Wilkes Barre PA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,122 - $36,816 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $257 - $314.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$257 - $314 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$257 - $314 |
0.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Wilkes Barre PA is $455 - $556. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Wilkes Barre PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$455 - $556 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$455 - $556 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Wilkes Barre PA is $95 - $117. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,458 - $1,782, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Wilkes Barre PA area is $1,010 - $1,234.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,458 - $1,782 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,010 - $1,234 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$448 - $548 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Wilkes Barre PA, you should budget approximately $14,671 - $17,931, which is about 48.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,671 - $17,931 |
48.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,518 - $3,078 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,853 - $5,931 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,508 - $6,732 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,792 - $2,190 |
5.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,850 - $2,261. This accounts for roughly 6.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,850 - $2,261 |
6.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$442 - $540 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$201 - $245 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$578 - $706 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$629 - $769 |
2.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $629 - $769.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$629 - $769 |
2.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$408 - $498 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$221 - $271 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $827 - $1,011. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$827 - $1,011 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$139 - $169 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $830 - $1,014, which is about 2.8% 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 $504 - $616, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,334 - $1,630 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$830 - $1,014 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$504 - $616 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Wilkes Barre PA area is $256 - $312. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$256 - $312 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $743 - $909.
| Other Events Cost |
$743 - $909 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$743 - $909 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$409 - $499 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$409 - $499 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Wilkes Barre PA spend between $4,640 - $5,671 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Wilkes Barre PA with 125 guests spend between $2,636 - $3,222 on wedding photography, which is about 8.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Wilkes Barre PA is $2,003 - $2,449. This makes up a portion of your (6.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,640 - $5,671 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,636 - $3,222 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,003 - $2,449 |
6.7% |
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,742 - $2,130 |
5.8% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$1,742 - $2,130 |
5.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $758 - $926.
| Transportation Cost |
$758 - $926 |
2.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$758 - $926 |
2.5% |