For a wedding with 175 guests in the Buffalo, NY, the estimated total cost is around $45,984 - $56,202. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Buffalo, NY is approximately $292. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,984 - $56,202.
The average wedding cost in Buffalo, NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,984 - $56,202 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In East Amherst NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $543 - $663. 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 $584 - $714.
In East Amherst NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,196 - $3,906. This represents about 7.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,573 - $5,589 |
9.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$543 - $663 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$250 - $306 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$584 - $714 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,196 - $3,906 |
7.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Buffalo, NY is $778 - $950. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Buffalo, NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$778 - $950 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$778 - $950 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Buffalo, NY is $278 - $340. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$278 - $340 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$63 - $77 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,805 - $2,206, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Buffalo, NY area is $1,250 - $1,528.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,805 - $2,206 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,250 - $1,528 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$554 - $678 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Buffalo, NY, you should budget approximately $23,332 - $28,516, which is about 50.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$23,332 - $28,516 |
50.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,225 - $5,163 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,143 - $9,953 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,956 - $9,724 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,008 - $3,676 |
6.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,714 - $3,317. This accounts for roughly 5.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,714 - $3,317 |
5.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$562 - $686 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$256 - $312 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$536 - $656 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$735 - $899 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$625 - $763 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,394 - $1,704.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,394 - $1,704 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$148 - $180 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$199 - $243 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$685 - $837 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$363 - $443 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,321 - $1,615. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,321 - $1,615 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$228 - $278 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$338 - $414 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$201 - $245 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Buffalo, NY area is $278 - $340. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$278 - $340 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$278 - $340 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $921 - $1,125.
| Other Events Cost |
$921 - $1,125 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$921 - $1,125 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$445 - $543 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$445 - $543 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Buffalo, NY spend between $5,000 - $6,112 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Buffalo, NY with 175 guests spend between $2,841 - $3,473 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Buffalo, NY is $2,159 - $2,639. This makes up a portion of your (4.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,000 - $6,112 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,841 - $3,473 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,159 - $2,639 |
4.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Buffalo, NY is estimated to be $1,940 - $2,371. This service accounts for 4.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,940 - $2,371 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,940 - $2,371 |
4.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,207 - $1,475.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,207 - $1,475 |
2.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,207 - $1,475 |
2.6% |