For a wedding with 38 guests in the Albuquerque NM, the estimated total cost is around $17,975 - $21,969. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Albuquerque NM is approximately $526. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $17,975 - $21,969.
The average wedding cost in Albuquerque NM is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $17,975 - $21,969 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Albuquerque NM, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $275 - $337. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $297 - $363.
In Albuquerque NM, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,623 - $1,983. This represents about 9.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,323 - $2,839 |
12.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$275 - $337 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$128 - $156 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$297 - $363 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,623 - $1,983 |
9.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Albuquerque NM is $131 - $161. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Albuquerque NM area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$131 - $161 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$131 - $161 |
0.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Albuquerque NM is $213 - $261. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$213 - $261 |
1.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$72 - $88 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,329 - $1,625, which is 7.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Albuquerque NM area is $921 - $1,125.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,329 - $1,625 |
7.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$921 - $1,125 |
5.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$409 - $499 |
2.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Albuquerque NM, you should budget approximately $5,524 - $6,752, which is about 30.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,524 - $6,752 |
30.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$688 - $840 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,325 - $1,619 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,022 - $3,694 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$490 - $598 |
2.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,518 - $1,856. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,518 - $1,856 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$421 - $515 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$192 - $234 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$86 - $106 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$549 - $671 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$165 - $201 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$105 - $129 |
0.6% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $441 - $539.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$441 - $539 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$115 - $141 |
0.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$156 - $190 |
0.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$112 - $136 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$59 - $72 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $212 - $260. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$212 - $260 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$36 - $44 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$54 - $66 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$32 - $40 |
0.2% |
|
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 $879 - $1,075, which is about 4.9% 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 $534 - $652, which is about 3.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,413 - $1,727 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$879 - $1,075 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$534 - $652 |
3.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Albuquerque NM area is $243 - $297. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$243 - $297 |
1.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$243 - $297 |
1.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $678 - $828.
| Other Events Cost |
$678 - $828 |
3.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$678 - $828 |
3.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$387 - $473 |
2.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$387 - $473 |
2.2% |
On average, couples in Albuquerque NM spend between $3,561 - $4,353 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Albuquerque NM with 38 guests spend between $2,093 - $2,558 on wedding photography, which is about 11.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,561 - $4,353 |
19.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$275 - $336 |
1.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$370 - $452 |
2.1% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$300 - $366 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$525 - $641 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,093 - $2,558 |
11.6% |