For a wedding with 125 guests in the Middletown DE, the estimated total cost is around $34,837 - $42,579. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Middletown DE is approximately $310. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,837 - $42,579.
The average wedding cost in Middletown DE is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,837 - $42,579 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Middletown DE, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $350 - $428. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $391 - $477.
In Middletown DE, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,141 - $2,617. This represents about 6.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,025 - $3,697 |
8.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$350 - $428 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$391 - $477 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,141 - $2,617 |
6.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Middletown DE is $463 - $565. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Middletown DE area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$463 - $565 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$463 - $565 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Middletown DE is $302 - $370. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$302 - $370 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$128 - $156 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,743 - $2,131, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Middletown DE area is $1,174 - $1,434.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,743 - $2,131 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,174 - $1,434 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$570 - $696 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Middletown DE, you should budget approximately $13,496 - $16,496, which is about 38.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,496 - $16,496 |
38.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,014 - $2,462 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,911 - $4,781 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,055 - $7,401 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,516 - $1,852 |
4.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,147 - $3,847. This accounts for roughly 9.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,147 - $3,847 |
9.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$633 - $773 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$275 - $337 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$295 - $361 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$914 - $1,118 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$602 - $736 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$428 - $523 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $846 - $1,034.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$846 - $1,034 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$195 - $239 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$364 - $444 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $716 - $876. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$716 - $876 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$172 - $210 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,041 - $1,273, which is about 3.0% 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 $626 - $766, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,254 - $7,644 |
18.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,586 - $5,606 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,041 - $1,273 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$626 - $766 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Middletown DE area is $289 - $353. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$289 - $353 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$289 - $353 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $941 - $1,150.
| Other Events Cost |
$941 - $1,150 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$941 - $1,150 |
2.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
1.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
1.5% |
On average, couples in Middletown DE spend between $3,105 - $3,795 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Middletown DE with 125 guests spend between $2,754 - $3,366 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,105 - $3,795 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$351 - $429 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,754 - $3,366 |
7.9% |