For a wedding with 125 guests in the Albany NY, the estimated total cost is around $42,431 - $51,860. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Albany NY is approximately $377. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,431 - $51,860.
The average wedding cost in Albany NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,431 - $51,860 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cohoes NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $300 - $366. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $322 - $394.
In Cohoes NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,766 - $2,158. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,527 - $3,089 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$300 - $366 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$322 - $394 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,766 - $2,158 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Albany NY is $527 - $645. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Albany NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$527 - $645 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$527 - $645 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Albany NY is $301 - $367. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,030 - $2,482, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Albany NY area is $1,407 - $1,719.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,030 - $2,482 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,407 - $1,719 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$624 - $762 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Albany NY, you should budget approximately $19,382 - $23,690, which is about 45.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,382 - $23,690 |
45.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,817 - $3,443 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,429 - $6,635 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,131 - $11,161 |
21.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,005 - $2,451 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,006 - $2,452. This accounts for roughly 4.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,006 - $2,452 |
4.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$632 - $772 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$287 - $351 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$663 - $811 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$424 - $518 |
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 $995 - $1,216.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$995 - $1,216 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$456 - $558 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$245 - $299 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $907 - $1,109. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$907 - $1,109 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$154 - $188 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$228 - $278 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $998 - $1,220, which is about 2.4% 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 $606 - $740, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,938 - $7,258 |
14.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,334 - $5,298 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$998 - $1,220 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$606 - $740 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Albany NY area is $290 - $354. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$290 - $354 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$290 - $354 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,036 - $1,266.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,036 - $1,266 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,036 - $1,266 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$463 - $565 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$463 - $565 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Albany NY spend between $6,028 - $7,368 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Albany NY with 125 guests spend between $3,198 - $3,908 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Albany NY is $2,431 - $2,971. This makes up a portion of your (5.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,028 - $7,368 |
14.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$400 - $488 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,198 - $3,908 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,431 - $2,971 |
5.7% |