For a wedding with 125 guests in the Waterbury CT, the estimated total cost is around $44,564 - $54,468. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Waterbury CT is approximately $396. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,564 - $54,468.
The average wedding cost in Waterbury CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,564 - $54,468 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Meriden CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $277 - $339. 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 $299 - $365.
In Meriden CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,652 - $2,020. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,354 - $2,878 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$277 - $339 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$299 - $365 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,652 - $2,020 |
3.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Waterbury CT is $502 - $614. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Waterbury CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$502 - $614 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$502 - $614 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Waterbury CT is $288 - $352. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$288 - $352 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$65 - $79 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,785 - $7,071, which is 13.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Waterbury CT area is $1,360 - $1,662.
For a live band, couples in Waterbury CT typically budget around $3,823 - $4,673 which is 8.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,785 - $7,071 |
13.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,360 - $1,662 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$602 - $736 |
1.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,823 - $4,673 |
8.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Waterbury CT, you should budget approximately $18,621 - $22,759, which is about 41.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,621 - $22,759 |
41.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,601 - $3,179 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,050 - $6,172 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,137 - $11,167 |
20.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,833 - $2,241 |
4.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,174 - $3,880. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,174 - $3,880 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$651 - $795 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$291 - $355 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$337 - $411 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$858 - $1,048 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$634 - $774 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$405 - $495 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $759 - $927.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$759 - $927 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$419 - $513 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$223 - $273 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $813 - $993. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$813 - $993 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$63 - $77 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$207 - $253 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $904 - $1,104, 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 $545 - $666, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,099 - $2,565 |
4.7% |
|
Bracelet
|
$200 - $244 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$197 - $241 |
0.4% |
|
Necklace
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$904 - $1,104 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$545 - $666 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Waterbury CT area is $286 - $350. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$286 - $350 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$286 - $350 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $986 - $1,206.
| Other Events Cost |
$986 - $1,206 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$986 - $1,206 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$458 - $560 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$458 - $560 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Waterbury CT spend between $7,735 - $9,453 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Waterbury CT with 125 guests spend between $3,140 - $3,838 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Waterbury CT is $2,408 - $2,944. This makes up a portion of your (5.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,735 - $9,453 |
17.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$328 - $400 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$389 - $475 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$479 - $585 |
1.1% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$358 - $438 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$633 - $773 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,140 - $3,838 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,408 - $2,944 |
5.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $704 - $860.
| Transportation Cost |
$704 - $860 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$704 - $860 |
1.6% |