For a wedding with 250 guests in the New York NY, the estimated total cost is around $56,799 - $69,421. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New York NY is approximately $252. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,799 - $69,421.
The average wedding cost in New York NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,799 - $69,421 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $722 - $882. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $1,176 - $1,438.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $6,463 - $7,899. This represents about 11.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$8,655 - $10,579 |
15.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$722 - $882 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$294 - $360 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$1,176 - $1,438 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$6,463 - $7,899 |
11.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in New York NY is $1,005 - $1,229. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New York NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,005 - $1,229 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,005 - $1,229 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New York NY is $200 - $244. 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 |
$200 - $244 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,359 - $2,883, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New York NY area is $1,715 - $2,096.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,359 - $2,883 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,715 - $2,096 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$644 - $788 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in New York NY, you should budget approximately $32,675 - $39,936, which is about 57.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$32,675 - $39,936 |
57.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,631 - $5,660 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,990 - $10,988 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$15,569 - $19,029 |
27.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,485 - $4,259 |
6.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,513 - $5,515. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,513 - $5,515 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$635 - $776 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$275 - $337 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$866 - $1,058 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$819 - $1,001 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,121 - $1,371 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$797 - $974 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,364 - $1,668.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,364 - $1,668 |
2.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$836 - $1,022 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$528 - $646 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,718 - $2,100. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,718 - $2,100 |
3.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$502 - $614 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$188 - $230 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$355 - $433 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$257 - $315 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$260 - $318 |
0.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New York NY area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in New York NY spend between $4,010 - $4,901 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New York NY with 250 guests spend between $3,115 - $3,807 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,010 - $4,901 |
7.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$313 - $383 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$581 - $711 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,115 - $3,807 |
5.5% |