For a wedding with 250 guests in the Philadelphia PA, the estimated total cost is around $56,978 - $69,640. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Philadelphia PA is approximately $253. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,978 - $69,640.
The average wedding cost in Philadelphia PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,978 - $69,640 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $313 - $383. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $338 - $413.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,845 - $2,255. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,641 - $3,227 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$313 - $383 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$338 - $413 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,845 - $2,255 |
3.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Philadelphia PA is $232 - $284. 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 |
$232 - $284 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$127 - $155 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,495 - $6,716, which is 9.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Philadelphia PA area is $1,314 - $1,606.
For a live band, couples in Philadelphia PA typically budget around $3,598 - $4,398 which is 6.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,495 - $6,716 |
9.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,314 - $1,606 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$582 - $712 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,598 - $4,398 |
6.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Philadelphia PA, you should budget approximately $33,929 - $41,469, which is about 59.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$33,929 - $41,469 |
59.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,559 - $6,795 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,717 - $13,099 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,695 - $16,739 |
24.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,957 - $4,837 |
6.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,138 - $2,613. This accounts for roughly 3.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,138 - $2,613 |
3.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$636 - $778 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$674 - $824 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$827 - $1,011 |
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 $901 - $1,101.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$901 - $1,101 |
1.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$901 - $1,101 |
1.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,428 - $1,746. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,428 - $1,746 |
2.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$134 - $164 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$425 - $519 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$222 - $272 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$253 - $309 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$193 - $235 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,004 - $1,227, which is about 1.8% 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 $609 - $745, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,613 - $1,971 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,004 - $1,227 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$609 - $745 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Philadelphia PA area is $289 - $353. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$289 - $353 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$289 - $353 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $968 - $1,183.
| Other Events Cost |
$968 - $1,183 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$968 - $1,183 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$462 - $564 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$462 - $564 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $4,846 - $5,922 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA with 250 guests spend between $2,987 - $3,651 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,846 - $5,922 |
8.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$399 - $487 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$477 - $583 |
0.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$357 - $437 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$626 - $765 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,987 - $3,651 |
5.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Philadelphia PA is estimated to be $2,039 - $2,492. This service accounts for 3.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,039 - $2,492 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,039 - $2,492 |
3.6% |