For a wedding with 250 guests in the Philadelphia PA, the estimated total cost is around $56,742 - $69,352. 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 $252. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,742 - $69,352.
The average wedding cost in Philadelphia PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,742 - $69,352 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 $320 - $391. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $345 - $421.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,884 - $2,302. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,696 - $3,295 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$320 - $391 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$148 - $180 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$345 - $421 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,884 - $2,302 |
3.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Philadelphia PA is $296 - $362. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$296 - $362 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$126 - $154 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,764 - $7,044, which is 10.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Philadelphia PA area is $1,378 - $1,684.
For a live band, couples in Philadelphia PA typically budget around $3,775 - $4,613 which is 6.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,764 - $7,044 |
10.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,378 - $1,684 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$611 - $747 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,775 - $4,613 |
6.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Philadelphia PA, you should budget approximately $34,360 - $41,996, which is about 60.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$34,360 - $41,996 |
60.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,764 - $8,267 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$13,038 - $15,936 |
23.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,472 - $12,799 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,087 - $4,995 |
7.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,147 - $2,624. This accounts for roughly 3.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,147 - $2,624 |
3.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$621 - $759 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$685 - $837 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$841 - $1,027 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $931 - $1,137.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$931 - $1,137 |
1.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$931 - $1,137 |
1.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,445 - $1,767. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,445 - $1,767 |
2.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$136 - $166 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$431 - $527 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$222 - $272 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$257 - $314 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$195 - $239 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$204 - $250 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,049 - $1,282, which is about 1.8% 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 $637 - $779, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,686 - $2,060 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,049 - $1,282 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$637 - $779 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Philadelphia PA area is $289 - $353. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$289 - $353 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$289 - $353 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $4,991 - $6,101 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA with 250 guests spend between $3,133 - $3,829 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,991 - $6,101 |
8.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$399 - $487 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$477 - $583 |
0.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$357 - $437 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$626 - $765 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,133 - $3,829 |
5.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Philadelphia PA is estimated to be $2,138 - $2,614. This service accounts for 3.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,138 - $2,614 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,138 - $2,614 |
3.8% |