For a wedding with 250 guests in the Pittsburgh PA, the estimated total cost is around $56,710 - $69,312. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Pittsburgh PA is approximately $252. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,710 - $69,312.
The average wedding cost in Pittsburgh PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,710 - $69,312 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Carnegie PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $254 - $310. 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 $269 - $329.
In Carnegie PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,519 - $1,857. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,156 - $2,635 |
3.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$269 - $329 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,519 - $1,857 |
2.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Pittsburgh PA is $1,084 - $1,324. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Pittsburgh PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,084 - $1,324 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,084 - $1,324 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Pittsburgh PA is $226 - $276. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$226 - $276 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,585 - $1,937, which is 2.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Pittsburgh PA area is $1,107 - $1,353.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,585 - $1,937 |
2.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,107 - $1,353 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$478 - $584 |
0.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Pittsburgh PA, you should budget approximately $34,181 - $41,777, which is about 60.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$34,181 - $41,777 |
60.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,992 - $7,324 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,654 - $14,244 |
20.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,288 - $15,018 |
21.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,247 - $5,191 |
7.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,298 - $5,254. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,298 - $5,254 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$452 - $552 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$803 - $981 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$630 - $770 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,367 - $1,671 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$845 - $1,033 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,724 - $2,108.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,724 - $2,108 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$974 - $1,190 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$509 - $623 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,782 - $2,178. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,782 - $2,178 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$287 - $351 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$136 - $166 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$473 - $578 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$235 - $287 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$255 - $311 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$192 - $234 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$205 - $251 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $875 - $1,069, which is about 1.5% 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 $520 - $636, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,243 - $6,409 |
9.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,848 - $4,704 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$875 - $1,069 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$520 - $636 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Pittsburgh PA area is $268 - $328. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$268 - $328 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$268 - $328 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $848 - $1,036.
| Other Events Cost |
$848 - $1,036 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$848 - $1,036 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$433 - $529 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$433 - $529 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Pittsburgh PA spend between $2,882 - $3,522 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Pittsburgh PA with 250 guests spend between $2,507 - $3,064 on wedding photography, which is about 4.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,882 - $3,522 |
5.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$375 - $459 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,507 - $3,064 |
4.4% |