For a wedding with 400 guests in the Delaware City DE, the estimated total cost is around $75,854 - $92,710. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Delaware City DE is approximately $211. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $75,854 - $92,710.
The average wedding cost in Delaware City DE is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $75,854 - $92,710 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 $269 - $329. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $301 - $367.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,649 - $2,015. This represents about 2.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,328 - $2,846 |
3.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$269 - $329 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$110 - $134 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,649 - $2,015 |
2.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Delaware City DE is $2,005 - $2,451. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Delaware City DE area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,005 - $2,451 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,005 - $2,451 |
2.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Delaware City DE is $284 - $347. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$284 - $347 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,173 - $2,655, which is 2.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Delaware City DE area is $1,572 - $1,922.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,173 - $2,655 |
2.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,572 - $1,922 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$600 - $734 |
0.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Delaware City DE, you should budget approximately $41,690 - $50,954, which is about 55.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$41,690 - $50,954 |
55.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,749 - $26,582 |
28.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,575 - $15,369 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,367 - $9,004 |
9.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,954 - $8,500. This accounts for roughly 9.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,954 - $8,500 |
9.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$558 - $682 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$243 - $297 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,584 - $1,936 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$748 - $914 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,235 - $2,731 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,587 - $1,939 |
2.1% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,737 - $3,345.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,737 - $3,345 |
3.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,768 - $2,160 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$969 - $1,185 |
1.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,826 - $3,454. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,826 - $3,454 |
3.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$288 - $352 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$921 - $1,125 |
1.2% |
|
Postage
|
$493 - $603 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$651 - $795 |
0.9% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$473 - $579 |
0.6% |
| Jewelry Cost |
$189 - $231 |
0.2% |
|
Bracelet
|
$189 - $231 |
0.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Delaware City DE area is $289 - $353. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$289 - $353 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$289 - $353 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $991 - $1,211.
| Other Events Cost |
$991 - $1,211 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$991 - $1,211 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Delaware City DE spend between $8,170 - $9,986 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Delaware City DE with 400 guests spend between $3,688 - $4,508 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Delaware City DE is $3,155 - $3,856. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,170 - $9,986 |
10.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$326 - $398 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$471 - $575 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$531 - $649 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,688 - $4,508 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,155 - $3,856 |
4.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Delaware City DE is estimated to be $2,318 - $2,833. This service accounts for 3.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,218 - $6,378 |
6.9% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$2,901 - $3,545 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,318 - $2,833 |
3.1% |