For a wedding with 250 guests in the New York NY, the estimated total cost is around $98,714 - $120,650. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New York NY is approximately $439. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $98,714 - $120,650.
The average wedding cost in New York NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $98,714 - $120,650 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $615 - $751. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $663 - $811.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,626 - $4,432. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,189 - $6,342 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$615 - $751 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$284 - $348 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$663 - $811 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,626 - $4,432 |
3.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in New York NY is $1,249 - $1,527. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New York NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,249 - $1,527 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,249 - $1,527 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New York NY is $345 - $421. 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 |
$345 - $421 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$151 - $185 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$126 - $154 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $9,290 - $11,354, which is 9.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New York NY area is $1,828 - $2,234.
For a live band, couples in New York NY typically budget around $5,004 - $6,116 which is 5.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$9,290 - $11,354 |
9.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,828 - $2,234 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$810 - $990 |
0.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$5,004 - $6,116 |
5.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,648 - $2,014 |
1.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in New York NY, you should budget approximately $37,643 - $46,008, which is about 38.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$37,643 - $46,008 |
38.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,655 - $8,133 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,827 - $15,677 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,425 - $16,409 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,736 - $5,788 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,234 - $7,620. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,234 - $7,620 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$797 - $975 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$451 - $551 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,151 - $1,407 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,125 - $1,375 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,569 - $1,917 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,141 - $1,395 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,205 - $2,695.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,205 - $2,695 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$149 - $182 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$201 - $245 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,078 - $1,318 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$778 - $950 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,745 - $4,577. This is approximately 3.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,745 - $4,577 |
3.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$489 - $597 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$432 - $528 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$229 - $279 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$726 - $888 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$292 - $356 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$473 - $579 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$432 - $528 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$329 - $402 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$344 - $420 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,920 - $2,346, which is about 1.9% 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 $1,165 - $1,423, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$12,825 - $15,675 |
13.0% |
|
Bracelet
|
$430 - $526 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$429 - $525 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,333 - $10,185 |
8.4% |
|
Necklace
|
$548 - $670 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,920 - $2,346 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,165 - $1,423 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New York NY area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,346 - $1,645.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,346 - $1,645 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,346 - $1,645 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in New York NY spend between $9,640 - $11,782 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New York NY with 250 guests spend between $4,154 - $5,078 on wedding photography, which is about 4.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New York NY is $3,156 - $3,858. This makes up a portion of your (3.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,640 - $11,782 |
9.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$339 - $415 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$476 - $582 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$495 - $605 |
0.5% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$370 - $452 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$649 - $793 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,154 - $5,078 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,156 - $3,858 |
3.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New York NY is estimated to be $5,866 - $7,170. This service accounts for 5.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,866 - $7,170 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,866 - $7,170 |
5.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,360 - $2,884.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,360 - $2,884 |
2.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$611 - $747 |
0.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,749 - $2,137 |
1.8% |