For a wedding with 175 guests in the Long Island City NY, the estimated total cost is around $48,608 - $59,410. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Long Island City NY is approximately $309. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $48,608 - $59,410.
The average wedding cost in Long Island City NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $48,608 - $59,410 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $273 - $333. 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 $289 - $353.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,634 - $1,997. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,317 - $2,831 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$273 - $333 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$289 - $353 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,634 - $1,997 |
3.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Long Island City NY is $779 - $952. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Long Island City NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$779 - $952 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$779 - $952 |
1.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,389 - $2,919, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Long Island City NY area is $1,661 - $2,031.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,389 - $2,919 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,661 - $2,031 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$727 - $889 |
1.5% |
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 Long Island City NY, you should budget approximately $30,885 - $37,749, which is about 63.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,885 - $37,749 |
63.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,152 - $5,074 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,080 - $9,876 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$15,722 - $19,216 |
32.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,931 - $3,583 |
6.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,455 - $4,223. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,455 - $4,223 |
7.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$321 - $393 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,002 - $1,224 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$977 - $1,194 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$617 - $754 |
1.3% |
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 $1,286 - $1,572.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,286 - $1,572 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$671 - $821 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$343 - $419 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,199 - $1,465. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,199 - $1,465 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$318 - $388 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$159 - $195 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$171 - $209 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Long Island City NY area is $315 - $385. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$315 - $385 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,247 - $1,524.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,247 - $1,524 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,247 - $1,524 |
2.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$506 - $618 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Long Island City NY spend between $4,232 - $5,172 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Long Island City NY with 175 guests spend between $3,808 - $4,654 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,232 - $5,172 |
8.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$424 - $518 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,808 - $4,654 |
7.8% |