For a wedding with 125 guests in the Groton CT, the estimated total cost is around $46,163 - $56,421. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Groton CT is approximately $410. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,163 - $56,421.
The average wedding cost in Groton CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,163 - $56,421 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Groton CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $268 - $328. 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 $288 - $352.
In Groton CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,596 - $1,950. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,273 - $2,778 |
4.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$268 - $328 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$288 - $352 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,596 - $1,950 |
3.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Groton CT is $494 - $604. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Groton CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$494 - $604 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$494 - $604 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Groton CT is $302 - $370. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$302 - $370 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,248 - $6,414, which is 11.4% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Groton CT typically budget around $3,974 - $4,857 which is 8.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,248 - $6,414 |
11.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,974 - $4,857 |
8.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,274 - $1,558 |
2.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Groton CT, you should budget approximately $19,321 - $23,615, which is about 41.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,321 - $23,615 |
41.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,645 - $3,233 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,136 - $6,278 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,675 - $11,825 |
21.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,865 - $2,279 |
4.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,835 - $3,465. This accounts for roughly 6.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,835 - $3,465 |
6.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$657 - $803 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$293 - $359 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$861 - $1,053 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$625 - $763 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$399 - $487 |
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 $795 - $971.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$795 - $971 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$159 - $195 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$427 - $521 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$209 - $255 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $762 - $932. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$762 - $932 |
1.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $73 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $903 - $1,103, 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 $544 - $664, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,587 - $6,829 |
12.1% |
|
Earrings
|
$197 - $241 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,944 - $4,820 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$903 - $1,103 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$544 - $664 |
1.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,024 - $1,252.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,024 - $1,252 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,024 - $1,252 |
2.2% |
On average, couples in Groton CT spend between $4,640 - $5,672 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Groton CT with 125 guests spend between $3,263 - $3,988 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,640 - $5,672 |
10.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$336 - $410 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$392 - $480 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$650 - $794 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,263 - $3,988 |
7.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Groton CT is estimated to be $2,159 - $2,639. This service accounts for 4.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,159 - $2,639 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,159 - $2,639 |
4.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $722 - $882.
| Transportation Cost |
$722 - $882 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$722 - $882 |
1.6% |