For a wedding with 125 guests in the Philadelphia PA, the estimated total cost is around $37,648 - $46,014. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Philadelphia PA is approximately $335. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,648 - $46,014.
The average wedding cost in Philadelphia PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,648 - $46,014 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $160 - $196. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $173 - $211.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $944 - $1,154. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,277 - $1,561 |
3.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$160 - $196 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$173 - $211 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$944 - $1,154 |
2.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Philadelphia PA is $482 - $589. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Philadelphia PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$482 - $589 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$482 - $589 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Philadelphia PA is $307 - $375. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$307 - $375 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,349 - $5,315, which is 11.6% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Philadelphia PA typically budget around $3,743 - $4,575 which is 9.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,349 - $5,315 |
11.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$606 - $740 |
1.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,743 - $4,575 |
9.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Philadelphia PA, you should budget approximately $18,249 - $22,305, which is about 48.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,249 - $22,305 |
48.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,480 - $3,031 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,780 - $5,842 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,225 - $11,275 |
24.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,765 - $2,157 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,227 - $3,944. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,227 - $3,944 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$680 - $831 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$310 - $378 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$387 - $473 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$860 - $1,051 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$605 - $739 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$386 - $472 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $664 - $812.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$664 - $812 |
1.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$402 - $492 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$262 - $320 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,167 - $1,427. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,167 - $1,427 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$165 - $201 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$244 - $298 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$159 - $195 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$145 - $177 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $562 - $686, which is about 1.5% 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 $341 - $417, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$903 - $1,103 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$562 - $686 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$341 - $417 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,006 - $1,230.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,006 - $1,230 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,006 - $1,230 |
2.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$462 - $564 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$462 - $564 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $3,435 - $4,199 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA with 125 guests spend between $3,108 - $3,798 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,435 - $4,199 |
9.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$328 - $400 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,108 - $3,798 |
8.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Philadelphia PA is estimated to be $2,120 - $2,592. This service accounts for 5.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,120 - $2,592 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,120 - $2,592 |
5.6% |