For a wedding with 38 guests in the Waterford CT, the estimated total cost is around $23,747 - $29,024. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Waterford CT is approximately $694. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,747 - $29,024.
The average wedding cost in Waterford CT is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,747 - $29,024 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Manchester CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $327 - $399. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $347 - $424.
In Manchester CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,960 - $2,396. This represents about 8.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,779 - $3,397 |
11.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$327 - $399 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$146 - $178 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$347 - $424 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,960 - $2,396 |
8.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Manchester CT is $300 - $366. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$300 - $366 |
1.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$129 - $157 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,111 - $3,803, which is 13.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Waterford CT area is $1,647 - $2,013.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,111 - $3,803 |
13.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,647 - $2,013 |
6.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,464 - $1,790 |
6.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Waterford CT, you should budget approximately $6,898 - $8,430, which is about 29.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,898 - $8,430 |
29.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$796 - $972 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,547 - $1,891 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,555 - $5,567 |
19.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,542 - $3,106. This accounts for roughly 10.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,542 - $3,106 |
10.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$655 - $801 |
2.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$292 - $356 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$100 - $122 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,134 - $1,386 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$223 - $273 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$138 - $168 |
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 $130 - $158.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$130 - $158 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$130 - $158 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $198 - $242. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$198 - $242 |
0.8% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$59 - $73 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$35 - $43 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$32 - $39 |
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 $1,152 - $1,408, 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 $686 - $838, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,838 - $2,246 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,152 - $1,408 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$686 - $838 |
2.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Waterford CT area is $302 - $369. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$302 - $369 |
1.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$302 - $369 |
1.3% |
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 |
5.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,262 - $1,542 |
5.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$486 - $594 |
2.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$486 - $594 |
2.0% |
On average, couples in Waterford CT spend between $3,728 - $4,556 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Waterford CT with 38 guests spend between $3,728 - $4,556 on wedding photography, which is about 15.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,728 - $4,556 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,728 - $4,556 |
15.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $175 - $213.
| Transportation Cost |
$175 - $213 |
0.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$175 - $213 |
0.7% |