For a wedding with 125 guests in the Philadelphia PA, the estimated total cost is around $45,282 - $55,344. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Philadelphia PA is approximately $403. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,282 - $55,344.
The average wedding cost in Philadelphia PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,282 - $55,344 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $356 - $436. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $384 - $470.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,103 - $2,571. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,010 - $3,678 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$356 - $436 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$166 - $202 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$384 - $470 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,103 - $2,571 |
4.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Philadelphia PA is $508 - $620. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Philadelphia PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$508 - $620 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$508 - $620 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Philadelphia PA is $308 - $376. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$308 - $376 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,570 - $1,918, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Philadelphia PA area is $1,570 - $1,918.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,570 - $1,918 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,570 - $1,918 |
3.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Philadelphia PA, you should budget approximately $18,045 - $22,055, which is about 39.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,045 - $22,055 |
39.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,765 - $3,379 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,330 - $6,514 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,982 - $9,756 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,968 - $2,406 |
4.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,607 - $3,187. This accounts for roughly 5.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,607 - $3,187 |
5.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$646 - $790 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$916 - $1,120 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$637 - $779 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$408 - $498 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $673 - $823.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$673 - $823 |
1.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$448 - $548 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$225 - $275 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $684 - $836. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$684 - $836 |
1.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$210 - $256 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,198 - $1,464, which is about 2.6% 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 $727 - $889, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,925 - $2,353 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,198 - $1,464 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$727 - $889 |
1.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,156 - $1,412.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,156 - $1,412 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,156 - $1,412 |
2.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$462 - $564 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$462 - $564 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $8,611 - $10,525 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA with 125 guests spend between $4,394 - $5,370 on wedding photography, which is about 9.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Philadelphia PA is $3,340 - $4,082. This makes up a portion of your (7.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,611 - $10,525 |
19.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$401 - $490 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$477 - $583 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,394 - $5,370 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,340 - $4,082 |
7.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Philadelphia PA is estimated to be $5,037 - $6,157. This service accounts for 11.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,037 - $6,157 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,037 - $6,157 |
11.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $687 - $839.
| Transportation Cost |
$687 - $839 |
1.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$687 - $839 |
1.5% |