For a wedding with 250 guests in the Melville NY, the estimated total cost is around $71,975 - $87,969. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Melville NY is approximately $320. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $71,975 - $87,969.
The average wedding cost in Melville NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $71,975 - $87,969 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Melville NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $484 - $592. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $540 - $660.
In Melville NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,963 - $3,621. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,184 - $5,114 |
5.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$484 - $592 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$197 - $241 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$540 - $660 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,963 - $3,621 |
4.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Melville NY is $1,025 - $1,253. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Melville NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,025 - $1,253 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,025 - $1,253 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Melville NY is $299 - $365. 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 |
$299 - $365 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $8,792 - $10,746, which is 12.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Melville NY area is $1,859 - $2,272.
For a live band, couples in Melville NY typically budget around $6,220 - $7,602 which is 8.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$8,792 - $10,746 |
12.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,859 - $2,272 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$714 - $872 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$6,220 - $7,602 |
8.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Melville NY, you should budget approximately $39,229 - $47,947, which is about 54.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$39,229 - $47,947 |
54.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,933 - $7,251 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,518 - $14,078 |
16.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$18,027 - $22,033 |
25.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,751 - $4,585 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,322 - $5,282. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,322 - $5,282 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$563 - $689 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$245 - $299 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$719 - $879 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$840 - $1,026 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,143 - $1,397 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$812 - $992 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,339 - $1,637.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,339 - $1,637 |
1.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$900 - $1,100 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$439 - $537 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,754 - $2,144. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,754 - $2,144 |
2.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$130 - $158 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$418 - $510 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$164 - $200 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$320 - $392 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$294 - $360 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$213 - $261 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$215 - $263 |
0.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Melville NY area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Melville NY spend between $7,425 - $9,075 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Melville NY with 250 guests spend between $3,454 - $4,222 on wedding photography, which is about 4.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Melville NY is $2,954 - $3,610. This makes up a portion of your (4.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,425 - $9,075 |
10.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$436 - $532 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$581 - $711 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,454 - $4,222 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,954 - $3,610 |
4.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Melville NY is estimated to be $2,759 - $3,372. This service accounts for 3.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,759 - $3,372 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,759 - $3,372 |
3.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $546 - $668.
| Transportation Cost |
$546 - $668 |
0.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$546 - $668 |
0.8% |