For a wedding with 250 guests in the Essex CT, the estimated total cost is around $50,811 - $62,103. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Essex CT is approximately $226. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,811 - $62,103.
The average wedding cost in Essex CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,811 - $62,103 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Centerbrook CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $338 - $413. 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 $470 - $574.
In Centerbrook CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,578 - $3,150. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,524 - $4,307 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$338 - $413 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$470 - $574 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,578 - $3,150 |
5.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Essex CT is $893 - $1,091. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Essex CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$893 - $1,091 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$893 - $1,091 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Essex CT is $284 - $347. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$284 - $347 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,169 - $1,429, which is 2.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Essex CT area is $1,169 - $1,429.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,169 - $1,429 |
2.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,169 - $1,429 |
2.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Essex CT, you should budget approximately $30,410 - $37,168, which is about 59.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,410 - $37,168 |
59.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,223 - $5,161 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,199 - $10,021 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,810 - $18,102 |
29.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,178 - $3,884 |
6.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,824 - $5,896. This accounts for roughly 9.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,824 - $5,896 |
9.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$715 - $873 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$311 - $381 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$903 - $1,103 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$878 - $1,074 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,178 - $1,440 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$839 - $1,025 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,316 - $1,608.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,316 - $1,608 |
2.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$762 - $932 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$554 - $677 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,567 - $1,915. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,567 - $1,915 |
3.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$163 - $199 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$526 - $642 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$238 - $290 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$371 - $453 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$270 - $330 |
0.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Essex CT area is $296 - $362. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$296 - $362 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$296 - $362 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Essex CT spend between $2,745 - $3,355 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Essex CT with 250 guests spend between $2,745 - $3,355 on wedding photography, which is about 5.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,745 - $3,355 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,745 - $3,355 |
5.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Essex CT is estimated to be $3,785 - $4,626. This service accounts for 7.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,785 - $4,626 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,785 - $4,626 |
7.4% |