For a wedding with 400 guests in the Babylon NY, the estimated total cost is around $101,867 - $124,504. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Babylon NY is approximately $283. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $101,867 - $124,504.
The average wedding cost in Babylon NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $101,867 - $124,504 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Patchogue NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $340 - $416. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $366 - $448.
In Patchogue NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,027 - $2,477. This represents about 2.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,887 - $3,529 |
2.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$340 - $416 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$154 - $188 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$366 - $448 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,027 - $2,477 |
2.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Babylon NY is $1,985 - $2,426. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Babylon NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,985 - $2,426 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,985 - $2,426 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Babylon NY is $319 - $389. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$319 - $389 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$138 - $168 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,192 - $8,790, which is 7.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Babylon NY area is $1,395 - $1,705.
For a live band, couples in Babylon NY typically budget around $3,921 - $4,793 which is 3.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,192 - $8,790 |
7.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,395 - $1,705 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$617 - $755 |
0.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,921 - $4,793 |
3.8% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,258 - $1,538 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Babylon NY, you should budget approximately $52,436 - $64,088, which is about 51.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$52,436 - $64,088 |
51.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,220 - $13,714 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,785 - $26,626 |
21.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,521 - $14,081 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,910 - $9,668 |
7.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,666 - $9,370. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,666 - $9,370 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$709 - $867 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$409 - $499 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,349 - $1,649 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$878 - $1,073 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,505 - $3,061 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,817 - $2,221 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,004 - $3,672.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,004 - $3,672 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$129 - $157 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$175 - $213 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,807 - $2,209 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$894 - $1,092 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,381 - $5,355. This is approximately 4.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,381 - $5,355 |
4.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$544 - $664 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$483 - $591 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$253 - $309 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$831 - $1,015 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$501 - $613 |
0.5% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$534 - $652 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$487 - $595 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$366 - $448 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$383 - $468 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,102 - $1,346, which is about 1.1% 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 $664 - $812, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,134 - $8,720 |
7.0% |
|
Earrings
|
$240 - $294 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,818 - $5,888 |
4.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$311 - $380 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,102 - $1,346 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$664 - $812 |
0.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Babylon NY area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,012 - $1,236.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,012 - $1,236 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,012 - $1,236 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$480 - $586 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Babylon NY spend between $8,002 - $9,780 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Babylon NY with 400 guests spend between $3,220 - $3,936 on wedding photography, which is about 3.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Babylon NY is $2,469 - $3,017. This makes up a portion of your (2.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,002 - $9,780 |
7.9% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$343 - $419 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$430 - $526 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$501 - $613 |
0.5% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$375 - $459 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$663 - $811 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,220 - $3,936 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,469 - $3,017 |
2.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Babylon NY is estimated to be $4,458 - $5,448. This service accounts for 4.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,458 - $5,448 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,458 - $5,448 |
4.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $612 - $748.
| Transportation Cost |
$612 - $748 |
0.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$612 - $748 |
0.6% |