For a wedding with 400 guests in the Rochester NY, the estimated total cost is around $87,119 - $106,479. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Rochester NY is approximately $242. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $87,119 - $106,479.
The average wedding cost in Rochester NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $87,119 - $106,479 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Hilton NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $340 - $416. 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 $367 - $449.
In Hilton NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,005 - $2,451. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,870 - $3,508 |
3.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$340 - $416 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$158 - $193 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$367 - $449 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,005 - $2,451 |
2.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Rochester NY is $2,200 - $2,688. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Rochester NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,200 - $2,688 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,200 - $2,688 |
2.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Rochester NY is $261 - $319. 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 |
$261 - $319 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$63 - $77 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,628 - $1,990, which is 1.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Rochester NY area is $1,128 - $1,378.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,628 - $1,990 |
1.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,128 - $1,378 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$500 - $612 |
0.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Rochester NY, you should budget approximately $54,582 - $66,712, which is about 62.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$54,582 - $66,712 |
62.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$12,101 - $14,791 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$23,328 - $28,512 |
26.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,537 - $12,879 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,616 - $10,530 |
9.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,718 - $9,434. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,718 - $9,434 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$556 - $680 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$294 - $360 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,483 - $1,813 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$707 - $864 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,762 - $3,376 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,916 - $2,342 |
2.2% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,269 - $3,995.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,269 - $3,995 |
3.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$131 - $160 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$176 - $216 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,960 - $2,396 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,002 - $1,224 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,833 - $4,685. This is approximately 4.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,833 - $4,685 |
4.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$628 - $768 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$294 - $360 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$933 - $1,141 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$555 - $679 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$556 - $680 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$424 - $518 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$442 - $540 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,046 - $1,278, which is about 1.2% 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 $635 - $776, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,218 - $7,600 |
7.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,538 - $5,546 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,046 - $1,278 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$635 - $776 |
0.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Rochester NY area is $280 - $342. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$280 - $342 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$280 - $342 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $831 - $1,015.
| Other Events Cost |
$831 - $1,015 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$831 - $1,015 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$446 - $546 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$446 - $546 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Rochester NY spend between $2,983 - $3,645 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Rochester NY with 400 guests spend between $2,563 - $3,133 on wedding photography, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,983 - $3,645 |
3.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$419 - $513 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,563 - $3,133 |
2.9% |