For a wedding with 175 guests in the Buffalo NY, the estimated total cost is around $44,032 - $53,816. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Buffalo NY is approximately $280. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,032 - $53,816.
The average wedding cost in Buffalo NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,032 - $53,816 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Tonawanda NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $269 - $329. 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 $291 - $355.
In Tonawanda NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,588 - $1,940. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,272 - $2,776 |
5.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$269 - $329 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$291 - $355 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,588 - $1,940 |
3.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Buffalo NY is $728 - $890. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Buffalo NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$728 - $890 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$728 - $890 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Buffalo NY is $266 - $326. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$266 - $326 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$63 - $77 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,667 - $2,037, which is 3.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Buffalo NY area is $1,155 - $1,411.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,667 - $2,037 |
3.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,155 - $1,411 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$512 - $626 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Buffalo NY, you should budget approximately $21,993 - $26,881, which is about 49.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,993 - $26,881 |
49.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,975 - $4,859 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,663 - $9,365 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,525 - $9,197 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,831 - $3,460 |
6.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,606 - $4,408. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,606 - $4,408 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$527 - $645 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$239 - $293 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$501 - $613 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$678 - $828 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,013 - $1,238 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$648 - $792 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,274 - $1,557.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,274 - $1,557 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$167 - $204 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$644 - $788 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$339 - $415 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,272 - $1,554. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,272 - $1,554 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$212 - $260 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$316 - $386 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$164 - $200 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$188 - $230 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $905 - $1,107, which is about 2.1% 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 $550 - $672, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,917 - $2,343 |
4.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$203 - $248 |
0.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$259 - $317 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$905 - $1,107 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$550 - $672 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Buffalo NY area is $278 - $340. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$278 - $340 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$278 - $340 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $851 - $1,040.
| Other Events Cost |
$851 - $1,040 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$445 - $543 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$445 - $543 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Buffalo NY spend between $6,257 - $7,647 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Buffalo NY with 175 guests spend between $3,070 - $3,752 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Buffalo NY is $2,333 - $2,851. This makes up a portion of your (5.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,257 - $7,647 |
14.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$395 - $483 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$459 - $561 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,070 - $3,752 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,333 - $2,851 |
5.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,207 - $1,475.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,207 - $1,475 |
2.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,207 - $1,475 |
2.7% |