For a wedding with 250 guests in the NYC, the estimated total cost is around $62,250 - $76,084. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in NYC is approximately $277. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $62,250 - $76,084.
The average wedding cost in NYC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $62,250 - $76,084 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $205 - $251. 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 $217 - $265.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,227 - $1,499. This represents about 2.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,740 - $2,126 |
2.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$205 - $251 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$91 - $111 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$217 - $265 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,227 - $1,499 |
2.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in NYC is $1,245 - $1,521. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the NYC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,245 - $1,521 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,245 - $1,521 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in NYC is $323 - $395. 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 |
$323 - $395 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$140 - $172 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,392 - $2,924, which is 3.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the NYC area is $1,671 - $2,043.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,392 - $2,924 |
3.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,671 - $2,043 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$721 - $881 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in NYC, you should budget approximately $36,591 - $44,723, which is about 58.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$36,591 - $44,723 |
58.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,436 - $7,866 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,518 - $15,300 |
20.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,075 - $15,981 |
21.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,562 - $5,576 |
7.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,678 - $6,940. This accounts for roughly 9.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,678 - $6,940 |
9.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$782 - $956 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$348 - $426 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$953 - $1,165 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,052 - $1,286 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,570 - $1,918 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$973 - $1,189 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $716 - $875.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$716 - $875 |
1.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$605 - $739 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,855 - $2,267. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,855 - $2,267 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$341 - $417 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$563 - $688 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$320 - $391 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$242 - $296 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $696 - $850, which is about 1.1% 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 $414 - $506, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,309 - $5,267 |
6.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,200 - $3,911 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$696 - $850 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$414 - $506 |
0.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the NYC area is $313 - $383. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$313 - $383 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$313 - $383 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,280 - $1,564.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,280 - $1,564 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,280 - $1,564 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$504 - $616 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$504 - $616 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in NYC spend between $4,679 - $5,719 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in NYC with 250 guests spend between $3,783 - $4,623 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,679 - $5,719 |
7.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$390 - $476 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$507 - $619 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,783 - $4,623 |
6.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $626 - $765.
| Transportation Cost |
$626 - $765 |
1.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$626 - $765 |
1.0% |