For a wedding with 125 guests in the Wallingford CT, the estimated total cost is around $39,112 - $47,804. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Wallingford CT is approximately $348. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,112 - $47,804.
The average wedding cost in Wallingford CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,112 - $47,804 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Wallingford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $400 - $488. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $430 - $526.
In Wallingford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,355 - $2,879. This represents about 6.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,371 - $4,120 |
8.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$400 - $488 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$185 - $227 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$430 - $526 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,355 - $2,879 |
6.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Wallingford CT is $548 - $670. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Wallingford CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$548 - $670 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$548 - $670 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Wallingford CT is $290 - $354. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$290 - $354 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,080 - $2,542, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Wallingford CT area is $1,441 - $1,761.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,080 - $2,542 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,441 - $1,761 |
3.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$639 - $781 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Wallingford CT, you should budget approximately $20,016 - $24,464, which is about 51.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,016 - $24,464 |
51.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,863 - $3,499 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,519 - $6,745 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,596 - $11,728 |
24.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,039 - $2,492 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,308 - $4,044. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,308 - $4,044 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$638 - $780 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$291 - $355 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$369 - $451 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$882 - $1,078 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$689 - $842 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$440 - $538 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,022 - $1,250.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,022 - $1,250 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$177 - $217 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$464 - $568 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$249 - $305 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $911 - $1,113. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$911 - $1,113 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$157 - $191 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$232 - $284 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Wallingford CT area is $286 - $350. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$286 - $350 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$286 - $350 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,060 - $1,296.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,060 - $1,296 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,060 - $1,296 |
2.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$457 - $559 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$457 - $559 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Wallingford CT spend between $5,763 - $7,043 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Wallingford CT with 125 guests spend between $3,274 - $4,002 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Wallingford CT is $2,489 - $3,042. This makes up a portion of your (6.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,763 - $7,043 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,274 - $4,002 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,489 - $3,042 |
6.4% |