For a wedding with 175 guests in the Taos NM, the estimated total cost is around $38,433 - $46,973. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Taos NM is approximately $244. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,433 - $46,973.
The average wedding cost in Taos NM is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,433 - $46,973 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Lubbock TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $256 - $312. 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 $276 - $338.
In Lubbock TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,527 - $1,867. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,175 - $2,659 |
5.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$256 - $312 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$276 - $338 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,527 - $1,867 |
4.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Taos NM is $826 - $1,010. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Taos NM area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$826 - $1,010 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$826 - $1,010 |
2.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Taos NM is $189 - $231. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$189 - $231 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$62 - $76 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,158 - $1,416, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Taos NM area is $803 - $981.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,158 - $1,416 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$803 - $981 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$356 - $435 |
0.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Taos NM, you should budget approximately $23,207 - $28,365, which is about 60.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$23,207 - $28,365 |
60.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,704 - $5,750 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,136 - $11,166 |
23.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,051 - $7,395 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,317 - $4,054 |
8.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,051 - $3,729. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,051 - $3,729 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$344 - $420 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$154 - $188 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$453 - $553 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,044 - $1,276 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$667 - $815 |
1.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,158 - $1,416.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,158 - $1,416 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$759 - $927 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$258 - $316 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $946 - $1,156. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$946 - $1,156 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$158 - $193 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$140 - $172 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $866 - $1,058, which is about 2.3% 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 $521 - $637, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,387 - $1,695 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$866 - $1,058 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$521 - $637 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Taos NM area is $230 - $281. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$230 - $281 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$230 - $281 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $582 - $712.
| Other Events Cost |
$582 - $712 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$582 - $712 |
1.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$367 - $449 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Taos NM spend between $1,929 - $2,357 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Taos NM with 175 guests spend between $1,929 - $2,357 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,929 - $2,357 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,929 - $2,357 |
5.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Taos NM is estimated to be $1,227 - $1,499. This service accounts for 3.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,227 - $1,499 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,227 - $1,499 |
3.2% |