For a wedding with 175 guests in the Wilkes Barre PA, the estimated total cost is around $36,014 - $44,018. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Wilkes Barre PA is approximately $229. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,014 - $44,018.
The average wedding cost in Wilkes Barre PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,014 - $44,018 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Plymouth PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $189 - $231. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
In Plymouth PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,112 - $1,360. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,301 - $1,591 |
3.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$189 - $231 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,112 - $1,360 |
3.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Plymouth PA is $224 - $274. 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 |
$224 - $274 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $954 - $1,166, which is 2.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Wilkes Barre PA area is $954 - $1,166.
| Entertainment Cost |
$954 - $1,166 |
2.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$954 - $1,166 |
2.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Wilkes Barre PA, you should budget approximately $19,683 - $24,057, which is about 54.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,683 - $24,057 |
54.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,554 - $4,344 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,849 - $8,371 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,751 - $8,251 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,529 - $3,091 |
7.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,764 - $2,156. This accounts for roughly 4.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,764 - $2,156 |
4.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$430 - $526 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$814 - $994 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$520 - $636 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $896 - $1,095.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$896 - $1,095 |
2.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$576 - $704 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$320 - $391 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,222 - $1,494. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,222 - $1,494 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$200 - $244 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$298 - $364 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$177 - $217 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$177 - $217 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $654 - $800, which is about 1.8% 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 $397 - $485, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,891 - $4,755 |
10.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,840 - $3,471 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$654 - $800 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$397 - $485 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Wilkes Barre PA area is $256 - $312. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$256 - $312 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $702 - $858.
| Other Events Cost |
$702 - $858 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$702 - $858 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$409 - $499 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$409 - $499 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Wilkes Barre PA spend between $3,067 - $3,749 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Wilkes Barre PA with 175 guests spend between $2,167 - $2,649 on wedding photography, which is about 6.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,067 - $3,749 |
8.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$347 - $424 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$554 - $677 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,167 - $2,649 |
6.0% |
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,646 - $2,012 |
4.6% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$1,646 - $2,012 |
4.6% |