For a wedding with 38 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $27,079 - $33,097. 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 $792. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $27,079 - $33,097.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $27,079 - $33,097 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 $326 - $398. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $352 - $430.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,922 - $2,350. This represents about 7.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,751 - $3,363 |
10.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$326 - $398 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$151 - $185 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$352 - $430 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,922 - $2,350 |
7.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,126 - $2,598, which is 7.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Philadelphia PA area is $1,472 - $1,800.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,126 - $2,598 |
7.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,472 - $1,800 |
5.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$653 - $799 |
2.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Philadelphia PA, you should budget approximately $6,521 - $7,970, which is about 24.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,521 - $7,970 |
24.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$715 - $873 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,378 - $1,684 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,920 - $4,791 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$509 - $622 |
1.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,126 - $2,598. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,126 - $2,598 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$611 - $747 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$278 - $340 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$870 - $1,064 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$169 - $207 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$108 - $132 |
0.4% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $466 - $570.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$466 - $570 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$123 - $151 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$167 - $204 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$116 - $142 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $220 - $268. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$220 - $268 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$38 - $46 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$33 - $41 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,086 - $1,328, which is about 4.0% 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 $660 - $806, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,466 - $7,902 |
23.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,720 - $5,768 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,086 - $1,328 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$660 - $806 |
2.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Philadelphia PA area is $289 - $353. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$289 - $353 |
1.1% |
|
Officiant
|
$289 - $353 |
1.1% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,085 - $1,326.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,085 - $1,326 |
4.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,085 - $1,326 |
4.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$462 - $564 |
1.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$462 - $564 |
1.7% |
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $4,569 - $5,585 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA with 38 guests spend between $4,174 - $5,102 on wedding photography, which is about 15.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,569 - $5,585 |
16.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$395 - $483 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,174 - $5,102 |
15.4% |