For a wedding with 125 guests in the Groton CT, the estimated total cost is around $40,761 - $49,819. 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 $362. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,761 - $49,819.
The average wedding cost in Groton CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,761 - $49,819 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 $265 - $323. 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 $284 - $348.
In Groton CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,578 - $1,928. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,246 - $2,746 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$265 - $323 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$284 - $348 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,578 - $1,928 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Groton CT is $489 - $597. 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 |
$489 - $597 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$489 - $597 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Groton CT is $297 - $363. 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 |
$297 - $363 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,156 - $6,302, which is 12.6% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Groton CT typically budget around $3,904 - $4,772 which is 9.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,156 - $6,302 |
12.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,904 - $4,772 |
9.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,252 - $1,530 |
3.1% |
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 $19,190 - $23,454, which is about 47.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,190 - $23,454 |
47.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,609 - $3,189 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,066 - $6,192 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,675 - $11,825 |
23.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,840 - $2,248 |
4.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,795 - $3,417. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,795 - $3,417 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$645 - $789 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$289 - $353 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$850 - $1,038 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$617 - $755 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$394 - $482 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $787 - $961.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$787 - $961 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$159 - $195 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$420 - $514 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$207 - $253 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $755 - $923. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$755 - $923 |
1.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$193 - $235 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $890 - $1,088, which is about 2.2% 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 $536 - $655, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,619 - $1,979 |
4.0% |
|
Earrings
|
$194 - $237 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$890 - $1,088 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$536 - $655 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Groton CT spend between $4,584 - $5,602 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Groton CT with 125 guests spend between $3,206 - $3,918 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,584 - $5,602 |
11.2% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$336 - $410 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$392 - $480 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$650 - $794 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,206 - $3,918 |
7.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Groton CT is estimated to be $2,121 - $2,593. This service accounts for 5.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,121 - $2,593 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,121 - $2,593 |
5.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $722 - $882.
| Transportation Cost |
$722 - $882 |
1.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$722 - $882 |
1.8% |