For a wedding with 250 guests in the Scottsdale, az, the estimated total cost is around $63,650 - $77,794. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Scottsdale, az is approximately $283. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $63,650 - $77,794.
The average wedding cost in Scottsdale, az is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $63,650 - $77,794 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Scottsdale AZ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $561 - $685. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $604 - $738.
In Scottsdale AZ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,301 - $4,035. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,725 - $5,775 |
7.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$561 - $685 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$259 - $317 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$604 - $738 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,301 - $4,035 |
5.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Scottsdale, az is $1,001 - $1,223. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Scottsdale, az area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,001 - $1,223 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,001 - $1,223 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Scottsdale, az is $258 - $316. 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 |
$258 - $316 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$60 - $74 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,559 - $1,905, which is 2.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Scottsdale, az area is $1,080 - $1,320.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,559 - $1,905 |
2.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,080 - $1,320 |
1.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$479 - $585 |
0.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Scottsdale, az, you should budget approximately $28,320 - $34,614, which is about 44.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,320 - $34,614 |
44.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,528 - $6,756 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,656 - $13,024 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,202 - $10,024 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,935 - $4,809 |
6.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,386 - $5,360. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,386 - $5,360 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$510 - $624 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$232 - $284 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$946 - $1,156 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$637 - $779 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,256 - $1,536 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$804 - $982 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,251 - $1,529.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,251 - $1,529 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$151 - $185 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$204 - $250 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$896 - $1,095 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,370 - $2,896. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,370 - $2,896 |
3.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$401 - $490 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$186 - $228 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$597 - $729 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$278 - $340 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$355 - $433 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$272 - $332 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$282 - $344 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,738 - $2,124, which is about 2.7% 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 $1,055 - $1,289, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,342 - $12,640 |
16.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,549 - $9,227 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,738 - $2,124 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,055 - $1,289 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$424 - $518 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$424 - $518 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Scottsdale, az spend between $5,541 - $6,773 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Scottsdale, az with 250 guests spend between $2,453 - $2,999 on wedding photography, which is about 3.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Scottsdale, az is $1,865 - $2,279. This makes up a portion of your (2.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,541 - $6,773 |
8.7% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$301 - $367 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$485 - $593 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$437 - $535 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,453 - $2,999 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,865 - $2,279 |
2.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Scottsdale, az is estimated to be $1,674 - $2,046. This service accounts for 2.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,674 - $2,046 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,674 - $2,046 |
2.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,799 - $2,199.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,799 - $2,199 |
2.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,799 - $2,199 |
2.8% |