For a wedding with 400 guests in the Brooklyn NY, the estimated total cost is around $125,294 - $153,138. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Brooklyn NY is approximately $348. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $125,294 - $153,138.
The average wedding cost in Brooklyn NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $125,294 - $153,138 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Brooklyn NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $647 - $791. 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 $698 - $853.
In Brooklyn NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,813 - $4,661. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,459 - $6,672 |
4.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$647 - $791 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$301 - $367 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$698 - $853 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,813 - $4,661 |
3.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Brooklyn NY is $2,230 - $2,726. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Brooklyn NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,230 - $2,726 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,230 - $2,726 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Brooklyn NY is $327 - $399. 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 |
$327 - $399 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$141 - $173 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $8,243 - $10,075, which is 6.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Brooklyn NY area is $1,622 - $1,982.
For a live band, couples in Brooklyn NY typically budget around $4,440 - $5,426 which is 3.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$8,243 - $10,075 |
6.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,622 - $1,982 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$719 - $879 |
0.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,440 - $5,426 |
3.5% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,463 - $1,788 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Brooklyn NY, you should budget approximately $65,489 - $80,042, which is about 52.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$65,489 - $80,042 |
52.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$12,614 - $15,417 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$24,313 - $29,715 |
19.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$19,587 - $23,939 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,976 - $10,970 |
7.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,253 - $10,087. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,253 - $10,087 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$714 - $872 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$324 - $396 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,648 - $2,014 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$977 - $1,194 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,800 - $3,422 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,791 - $2,189 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,531 - $4,315.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,531 - $4,315 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$158 - $194 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$214 - $262 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,044 - $2,498 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,114 - $1,362 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,212 - $5,148. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,212 - $5,148 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$698 - $854 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$327 - $399 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,039 - $1,269 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$565 - $691 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$620 - $758 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$472 - $576 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$491 - $601 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,036 - $2,488, which is about 1.6% 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 $1,235 - $1,509, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$13,604 - $16,627 |
10.9% |
|
Bracelet
|
$457 - $559 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$455 - $556 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,841 - $10,805 |
7.1% |
|
Necklace
|
$581 - $710 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,036 - $2,488 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,235 - $1,509 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Brooklyn NY area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,194 - $1,460.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,194 - $1,460 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,194 - $1,460 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Brooklyn NY spend between $8,848 - $10,814 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Brooklyn NY with 400 guests spend between $3,686 - $4,506 on wedding photography, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Brooklyn NY is $2,801 - $3,423. This makes up a portion of your (2.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,848 - $10,814 |
7.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$339 - $415 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$508 - $620 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$495 - $605 |
0.4% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$370 - $452 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$649 - $793 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,686 - $4,506 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,801 - $3,423 |
2.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Brooklyn NY is estimated to be $2,516 - $3,076. This service accounts for 2.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,516 - $3,076 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,516 - $3,076 |
2.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $611 - $747.
| Transportation Cost |
$611 - $747 |
0.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$611 - $747 |
0.5% |