For a wedding with 38 guests in the Philadelphia PA, the estimated total cost is around $15,532 - $18,984. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Philadelphia PA is approximately $454. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $15,532 - $18,984.
The average wedding cost in Philadelphia PA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $15,532 - $18,984 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 $150 - $184. 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 $162 - $198.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $885 - $1,081. This represents about 5.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,266 - $1,548 |
8.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$150 - $184 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$69 - $85 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$162 - $198 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$885 - $1,081 |
5.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Philadelphia PA is $114 - $140. 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 |
$114 - $140 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$114 - $140 |
0.7% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,772 - $2,166, which is 11.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Philadelphia PA area is $1,228 - $1,500.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,772 - $2,166 |
11.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,228 - $1,500 |
7.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$545 - $666 |
3.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Philadelphia PA, you should budget approximately $5,487 - $6,707, which is about 35.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,487 - $6,707 |
35.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$610 - $746 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,175 - $1,437 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,268 - $3,994 |
21.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$434 - $530 |
2.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $518 - $633. This accounts for roughly 3.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$518 - $633 |
3.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$269 - $329 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$151 - $185 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$97 - $119 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $209 - $255. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$209 - $255 |
1.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$66 - $80 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$42 - $52 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$40 - $48 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$30 - $36 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$32 - $39 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $532 - $650, which is about 3.4% 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 $323 - $395, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$855 - $1,045 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$532 - $650 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$323 - $395 |
2.1% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $904 - $1,104.
| Other Events Cost |
$904 - $1,104 |
5.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$904 - $1,104 |
5.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$462 - $564 |
3.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$462 - $564 |
3.0% |
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $3,946 - $4,822 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 25.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA with 38 guests spend between $3,618 - $4,422 on wedding photography, which is about 23.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,946 - $4,822 |
25.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$328 - $400 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,618 - $4,422 |
23.3% |