For a wedding with 400 guests in the Philadelphia PA, the estimated total cost is around $103,827 - $126,899. 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 $288. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $103,827 - $126,899.
The average wedding cost in Philadelphia PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $103,827 - $126,899 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 $149 - $182. This represents about 0.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $123 - $151.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $713 - $871. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,054 - $1,288 |
1.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$149 - $182 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$69 - $85 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$123 - $151 |
0.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$713 - $871 |
0.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Philadelphia PA is $296 - $362. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$296 - $362 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$80 - $98 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,887 - $5,973, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Philadelphia PA area is $1,324 - $1,618.
For a live band, couples in Philadelphia PA typically budget around $3,090 - $3,776 which is 3.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,887 - $5,973 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,324 - $1,618 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$473 - $579 |
0.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,090 - $3,776 |
3.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,473 - $6,689. This accounts for roughly 5.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,473 - $6,689 |
5.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$533 - $651 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$240 - $294 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$673 - $823 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,605 - $3,183 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,422 - $1,738 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $4,040 - $4,938.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$4,040 - $4,938 |
3.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$85 - $103 |
0.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,036 - $2,488 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,849 - $2,259 |
1.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $7,247 - $8,857. This is approximately 7.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$7,247 - $8,857 |
7.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$868 - $1,060 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$747 - $913 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$415 - $507 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,502 - $1,836 |
1.4% |
|
Postage
|
$923 - $1,128 |
0.9% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$853 - $1,043 |
0.8% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$755 - $923 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$573 - $701 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$611 - $747 |
0.6% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $489 - $597, which is about 0.5% 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 HIM) is estimated at $289 - $353, which is about 0.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,317 - $4,055 |
3.2% |
|
Bracelet
|
$130 - $158 |
0.1% |
|
Earrings
|
$113 - $138 |
0.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,148 - $2,626 |
2.1% |
|
Necklace
|
$149 - $183 |
0.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$489 - $597 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$289 - $353 |
0.3% |
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $5,189 - $6,343 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA with 400 guests spend between $2,815 - $3,441 on wedding photography, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,189 - $6,343 |
5.0% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$338 - $413 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$353 - $431 |
0.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$454 - $554 |
0.4% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$451 - $551 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$779 - $953 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,815 - $3,441 |
2.7% |
The cost for a Full Service in Philadelphia PA is estimated to be $4,720 - $5,768. This service accounts for 4.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$4,720 - $5,768 |
4.5% |
|
Full Service
|
$4,720 - $5,768 |
4.5% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$67,604 - $82,627 |
65.1% |