For a wedding with 400 guests in the New York NY, the estimated total cost is around $96,792 - $118,302. 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 $269. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $96,792 - $118,302.
The average wedding cost in New York NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $96,792 - $118,302 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 $285 - $349. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $307 - $375.
In Brooklyn NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,682 - $2,056. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,406 - $2,940 |
2.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$285 - $349 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$131 - $161 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$307 - $375 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,682 - $2,056 |
1.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in New York NY is $2,292 - $2,802. 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 $6 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,292 - $2,802 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,292 - $2,802 |
2.4% |
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 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$345 - $421 |
0.4% |
|
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 $2,434 - $2,974, which is 2.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New York NY area is $1,687 - $2,061.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,434 - $2,974 |
2.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,687 - $2,061 |
1.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$747 - $913 |
0.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in New York NY, you should budget approximately $60,721 - $74,215, which is about 62.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$60,721 - $74,215 |
62.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$12,880 - $15,742 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$24,827 - $30,344 |
25.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,849 - $16,927 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$9,166 - $11,202 |
9.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $9,239 - $11,293. This accounts for roughly 9.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$9,239 - $11,293 |
9.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$957 - $1,169 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$435 - $531 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,540 - $1,882 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,022 - $1,250 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$3,224 - $3,940 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$2,062 - $2,520 |
2.1% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,419 - $4,179.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,419 - $4,179 |
3.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$123 - $151 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$166 - $202 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,087 - $2,551 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,043 - $1,275 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,987 - $4,873. This is approximately 4.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,987 - $4,873 |
4.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$653 - $798 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$307 - $375 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$971 - $1,187 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$580 - $708 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$577 - $705 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$442 - $540 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$458 - $560 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $959 - $1,173, which is about 1.0% 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 $581 - $711, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,703 - $6,971 |
5.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,163 - $5,088 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$959 - $1,173 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$581 - $711 |
0.6% |
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 $1,241 - $1,517.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,241 - $1,517 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,241 - $1,517 |
1.3% |
| 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 $4,226 - $5,166 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New York NY with 400 guests spend between $3,833 - $4,685 on wedding photography, which is about 4.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,226 - $5,166 |
4.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$393 - $481 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,833 - $4,685 |
4.0% |