For a wedding with 125 guests in the Wilkes Barre PA, the estimated total cost is around $30,998 - $37,886. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Wilkes Barre PA is approximately $276. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,998 - $37,886.
The average wedding cost in Wilkes Barre PA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,998 - $37,886 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $272 - $332.
In Kingston PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,489 - $1,819. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,760 - $2,152 |
5.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$272 - $332 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,489 - $1,819 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Wilkes Barre PA is $499 - $609. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Wilkes Barre PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$499 - $609 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$499 - $609 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Wilkes Barre PA is $95 - $117. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,641 - $2,005, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Wilkes Barre PA area is $1,137 - $1,389.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,641 - $2,005 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,137 - $1,389 |
3.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$504 - $616 |
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 Wilkes Barre PA, you should budget approximately $14,554 - $17,788, which is about 47.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,554 - $17,788 |
47.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,771 - $3,387 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,341 - $6,527 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,442 - $7,874 |
20.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,325 - $2,841. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,325 - $2,841 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$449 - $549 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$204 - $250 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$644 - $788 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$626 - $766 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$401 - $490 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $563 - $688.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$563 - $688 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $139 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$449 - $549 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,004 - $1,228. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,004 - $1,228 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$146 - $178 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$217 - $265 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$141 - $173 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $877 - $1,071, which is about 2.8% 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 $533 - $651, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,409 - $1,723 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$877 - $1,071 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$533 - $651 |
1.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $836 - $1,022.
| Other Events Cost |
$836 - $1,022 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$836 - $1,022 |
2.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$409 - $499 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$409 - $499 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Wilkes Barre PA spend between $5,145 - $6,289 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Wilkes Barre PA with 125 guests spend between $2,923 - $3,573 on wedding photography, which is about 9.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Wilkes Barre PA is $2,222 - $2,716. This makes up a portion of your (7.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,145 - $6,289 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,923 - $3,573 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,222 - $2,716 |
7.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $758 - $926.
| Transportation Cost |
$758 - $926 |
2.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$758 - $926 |
2.4% |