For a wedding with 38 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $12,766 - $15,602. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $373. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $12,766 - $15,602.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $12,766 - $15,602 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 $247 - $301. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $267 - $327.
In Schenectady NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,540 - $1,882. This represents about 12.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,169 - $2,651 |
17.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$247 - $301 |
1.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$115 - $141 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$267 - $327 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,540 - $1,882 |
12.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Schenectady NY is $115 - $141. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$115 - $141 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$63 - $77 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$52 - $64 |
0.4% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,351 - $1,651, which is 10.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Schenectady NY area is $589 - $719.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,351 - $1,651 |
10.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$589 - $719 |
4.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$266 - $325 |
2.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$497 - $607 |
3.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,217 - $1,487. This accounts for roughly 9.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,217 - $1,487 |
9.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$374 - $457 |
2.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$168 - $206 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$428 - $523 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$160 - $196 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$87 - $107 |
0.7% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $297 - $363.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$297 - $363 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$142 - $174 |
1.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$85 - $103 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$70 - $86 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $179 - $219. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$179 - $219 |
1.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$16 - $20 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$59 - $72 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$25 - $31 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$33 - $41 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$23 - $28 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $805 - $983, which is about 6.3% 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 HIM) is estimated at $475 - $581, which is about 3.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,490 - $1,822 |
11.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$211 - $257 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$805 - $983 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$475 - $581 |
3.7% |
On average, couples in Schenectady NY spend between $2,871 - $3,509 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 22.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Schenectady NY with 38 guests spend between $1,445 - $1,766 on wedding photography, which is about 11.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Schenectady NY is $976 - $1,192. This makes up a portion of your (7.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,871 - $3,509 |
22.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$451 - $551 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,445 - $1,766 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$976 - $1,192 |
7.6% |
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$642 - $784 |
5.0% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$2,435 - $2,976 |
19.1% |