For a wedding with 125 guests in the Lancaster, PA, the estimated total cost is around $61,781 - $75,511. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lancaster, PA is approximately $549. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,781 - $75,511.
The average wedding cost in Lancaster, PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,781 - $75,511 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Catonsville MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $323 - $395. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $360 - $440.
In Catonsville MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,973 - $2,411. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,788 - $3,408 |
4.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$323 - $395 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$132 - $162 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$360 - $440 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,973 - $2,411 |
3.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Lancaster, PA is $476 - $582. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lancaster, PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$476 - $582 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$476 - $582 |
0.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lancaster, PA is $321 - $393. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$321 - $393 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$138 - $168 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $8,761 - $10,707, which is 14.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lancaster, PA area is $1,518 - $1,856.
For a live band, couples in Lancaster, PA typically budget around $5,081 - $6,211 which is 8.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$8,761 - $10,707 |
14.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,518 - $1,856 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$738 - $902 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$5,081 - $6,211 |
8.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,423 - $1,739 |
2.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Lancaster, PA, you should budget approximately $17,684 - $21,614, which is about 28.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,684 - $21,614 |
28.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,194 - $2,682 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,262 - $5,209 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,577 - $11,705 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,652 - $2,019 |
2.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,092 - $3,779. This accounts for roughly 5.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,092 - $3,779 |
5.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$660 - $806 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$287 - $351 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$324 - $396 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$912 - $1,114 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$531 - $649 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$378 - $462 |
0.6% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $887 - $1,085.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$887 - $1,085 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$190 - $232 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$396 - $484 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$198 - $242 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $921 - $1,125. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$921 - $1,125 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$142 - $174 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$188 - $230 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,065 - $1,301, which is about 1.7% 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 $641 - $783, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,220 - $8,824 |
11.7% |
|
Bracelet
|
$227 - $277 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$269 - $329 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,688 - $5,730 |
7.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$330 - $404 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,065 - $1,301 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$641 - $783 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lancaster, PA area is $289 - $353. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$289 - $353 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$289 - $353 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,216 - $1,486.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,216 - $1,486 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,216 - $1,486 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $622 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $622 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Lancaster, PA spend between $8,600 - $10,512 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lancaster, PA with 125 guests spend between $3,564 - $4,356 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Lancaster, PA is $3,047 - $3,725. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,600 - $10,512 |
13.9% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$302 - $369 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$341 - $417 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$470 - $574 |
0.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$317 - $387 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$560 - $684 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,564 - $4,356 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,047 - $3,725 |
4.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Lancaster, PA is estimated to be $2,846 - $3,478. This service accounts for 4.6% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Lancaster, PA is estimated to be $4,911 - $6,003. This service accounts for 7.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$7,757 - $9,481 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,846 - $3,478 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,911 - $6,003 |
7.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,261 - $1,541.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,261 - $1,541 |
2.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$526 - $642 |
0.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$735 - $899 |
1.2% |