For a wedding with 175 guests in the Philadelphia, PA, the estimated total cost is around $43,707 - $53,419. 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 $278. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,707 - $53,419.
The average wedding cost in Philadelphia, PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,707 - $53,419 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 $168 - $206. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $187 - $229.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,029 - $1,257. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,453 - $1,775 |
3.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$187 - $229 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,029 - $1,257 |
2.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Philadelphia, PA is $691 - $845. 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 |
$691 - $845 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$691 - $845 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Philadelphia, PA is $302 - $370. 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 |
$302 - $370 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,967 - $2,404, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Philadelphia, PA area is $1,324 - $1,618.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,967 - $2,404 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,324 - $1,618 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$643 - $785 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Philadelphia, PA, you should budget approximately $21,228 - $25,946, which is about 48.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,228 - $25,946 |
48.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,276 - $4,004 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,361 - $7,775 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,126 - $11,154 |
20.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,465 - $3,013 |
5.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,443 - $4,208. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,443 - $4,208 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$580 - $708 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$252 - $308 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$517 - $631 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$777 - $949 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$770 - $942 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$547 - $669 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,164 - $1,422.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,164 - $1,422 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$166 - $202 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$591 - $723 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$317 - $387 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,193 - $1,458. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,193 - $1,458 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$227 - $277 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$271 - $331 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$191 - $233 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $603 - $737, which is about 1.4% 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 $363 - $443, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,305 - $1,595 |
3.0% |
|
Earrings
|
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$187 - $229 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$603 - $737 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$363 - $443 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,060 - $1,296.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,060 - $1,296 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,060 - $1,296 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Philadelphia, PA spend between $6,912 - $8,448 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia, PA with 175 guests spend between $3,107 - $3,797 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Philadelphia, PA is $2,948 - $3,603. This makes up a portion of your (6.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,912 - $8,448 |
15.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$297 - $363 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$561 - $685 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,107 - $3,797 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,948 - $3,603 |
6.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Philadelphia, PA is estimated to be $2,480 - $3,032. This service accounts for 5.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,480 - $3,032 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,480 - $3,032 |
5.7% |