For a wedding with 75 guests in the Schenectady NY, the estimated total cost is around $32,459 - $39,673. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Schenectady NY is approximately $481. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,459 - $39,673.
The average wedding cost in Schenectady NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,459 - $39,673 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Schenectady NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $429 - $525. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
In Schenectady NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,531 - $3,093. This represents about 7.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,960 - $3,618 |
9.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$429 - $525 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,531 - $3,093 |
7.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Schenectady NY is $271 - $331. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Schenectady NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$271 - $331 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$271 - $331 |
0.8% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,749 - $2,137, which is 5.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Schenectady NY area is $1,211 - $1,481.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,749 - $2,137 |
5.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,211 - $1,481 |
3.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$537 - $657 |
1.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Schenectady NY, you should budget approximately $10,238 - $12,514, which is about 31.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,238 - $12,514 |
31.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,705 - $3,306 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,535 - $7,987 |
20.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$999 - $1,221 |
3.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,306 - $2,818. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,306 - $2,818 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$564 - $690 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$257 - $314 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$184 - $224 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$743 - $909 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$340 - $416 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$218 - $266 |
0.7% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $352 - $430.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$352 - $430 |
1.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$228 - $278 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $286 - $350. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$286 - $350 |
0.9% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$46 - $56 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,323 - $1,617, which is about 4.1% 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 $803 - $981, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,872 - $9,622 |
24.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,747 - $7,024 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,323 - $1,617 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$803 - $981 |
2.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $892 - $1,090.
| Other Events Cost |
$892 - $1,090 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$892 - $1,090 |
2.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$463 - $565 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$463 - $565 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Schenectady NY spend between $4,674 - $5,712 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Schenectady NY with 75 guests spend between $2,753 - $3,365 on wedding photography, which is about 8.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,674 - $5,712 |
14.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$459 - $561 |
1.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$478 - $584 |
1.5% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$357 - $437 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$626 - $766 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,753 - $3,365 |
8.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $397 - $485.
| Transportation Cost |
$397 - $485 |
1.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$397 - $485 |
1.2% |