For a wedding with 38 guests in the Long Island City NY, the estimated total cost is around $36,150 - $44,184. 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 $1,057. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,150 - $44,184.
The average wedding cost in Long Island City NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,150 - $44,184 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Bethesda MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $571 - $697. This represents about 1.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $615 - $751.
In Bethesda MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,405 - $4,161. This represents about 9.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,848 - $5,926 |
13.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$571 - $697 |
1.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$258 - $316 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$615 - $751 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,405 - $4,161 |
9.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Long Island City NY is $137 - $167. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Long Island City NY is $317 - $387. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$317 - $387 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,507 - $3,065, which is 6.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Long Island City NY area is $1,738 - $2,124.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,507 - $3,065 |
6.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,738 - $2,124 |
4.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$770 - $941 |
2.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Long Island City NY, you should budget approximately $7,229 - $8,835, which is about 20.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,229 - $8,835 |
20.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$731 - $893 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,420 - $1,736 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,562 - $5,576 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$516 - $630 |
1.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,675 - $3,269. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,675 - $3,269 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$698 - $853 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$312 - $382 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,240 - $1,516 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$204 - $250 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$131 - $160 |
0.4% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $507 - $619.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$507 - $619 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$140 - $171 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$190 - $232 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $207 - $253. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$207 - $253 |
0.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$36 - $44 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$17 - $21 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$16 - $20 |
0.0% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$32 - $40 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,876 - $2,292, which is about 5.2% 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 $1,130 - $1,382, which is about 3.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$11,202 - $13,692 |
31.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,196 - $10,018 |
22.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,876 - $2,292 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,130 - $1,382 |
3.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Long Island City NY area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,262 - $1,542.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,262 - $1,542 |
3.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,262 - $1,542 |
3.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$480 - $586 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Long Island City NY spend between $4,480 - $5,476 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Long Island City NY with 38 guests spend between $4,014 - $4,906 on wedding photography, which is about 11.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,480 - $5,476 |
12.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$466 - $570 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,014 - $4,906 |
11.1% |