For a wedding with 250 guests in the Mechanicsburg PA, the estimated total cost is around $59,498 - $72,720. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Mechanicsburg PA is approximately $264. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,498 - $72,720.
The average wedding cost in Mechanicsburg PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,498 - $72,720 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Mechanicsburg PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $347 - $424. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $373 - $455.
In Mechanicsburg PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,064 - $2,522. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,939 - $3,593 |
4.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$347 - $424 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$373 - $455 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,064 - $2,522 |
3.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Mechanicsburg PA is $1,126 - $1,376. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Mechanicsburg PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,126 - $1,376 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,126 - $1,376 |
1.9% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $669 - $817, which is 1.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$669 - $817 |
1.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$669 - $817 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Mechanicsburg PA, you should budget approximately $35,031 - $42,815, which is about 58.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$35,031 - $42,815 |
58.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,344 - $7,754 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,318 - $15,056 |
20.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,895 - $14,539 |
20.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,473 - $5,467 |
7.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,067 - $6,193. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,067 - $6,193 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$596 - $728 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$267 - $327 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$737 - $901 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$874 - $1,068 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,582 - $1,934 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,011 - $1,235 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 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 |
1.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,022 - $1,250 |
1.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,207 - $1,475. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,207 - $1,475 |
2.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$138 - $168 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$455 - $556 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$206 - $252 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$201 - $245 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$208 - $254 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,191 - $1,455, which is about 2.0% 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 $717 - $877, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,113 - $8,693 |
12.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,205 - $6,361 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,191 - $1,455 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$717 - $877 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Mechanicsburg PA area is $271 - $331. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$271 - $331 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$271 - $331 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Mechanicsburg PA spend between $4,500 - $5,500 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Mechanicsburg PA with 250 guests spend between $4,111 - $5,025 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,500 - $5,500 |
7.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$389 - $475 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,111 - $5,025 |
6.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $554 - $677.
| Transportation Cost |
$554 - $677 |
0.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$554 - $677 |
0.9% |