For a wedding with 125 guests in the Albany, NY, the estimated total cost is around $42,852 - $52,374. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Albany, NY is approximately $381. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,852 - $52,374.
The average wedding cost in Albany, NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,852 - $52,374 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Ballston Lake NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $381 - $465. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $424 - $518.
In Ballston Lake NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,326 - $2,842. This represents about 5.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,285 - $4,015 |
7.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$381 - $465 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$155 - $189 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$424 - $518 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,326 - $2,842 |
5.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Albany, NY is $472 - $576. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Albany, NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$472 - $576 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$472 - $576 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Albany, NY is $220 - $268. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$220 - $268 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,669 - $2,039, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Albany, NY area is $1,123 - $1,373.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,669 - $2,039 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,123 - $1,373 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$545 - $667 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Albany, NY, you should budget approximately $14,334 - $17,520, which is about 33.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,334 - $17,520 |
33.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,174 - $2,658 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,222 - $5,160 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,302 - $7,702 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,636 - $2,000 |
3.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,684 - $3,280. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,684 - $3,280 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$544 - $664 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$236 - $288 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$329 - $403 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$676 - $826 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$526 - $642 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$374 - $457 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $618 - $756.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$618 - $756 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$226 - $276 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$392 - $480 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $598 - $730. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$598 - $730 |
1.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$192 - $234 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,205 - $1,473, which is about 2.8% 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 $725 - $886, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,238 - $8,846 |
16.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,308 - $6,488 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,205 - $1,473 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$725 - $886 |
1.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $899 - $1,099.
| Other Events Cost |
$899 - $1,099 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$899 - $1,099 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$525 - $641 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$525 - $641 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Albany, NY spend between $5,571 - $6,809 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Albany, NY with 125 guests spend between $2,785 - $3,403 on wedding photography, which is about 6.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Albany, NY is $2,381 - $2,910. This makes up a portion of your (5.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,571 - $6,809 |
13.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$406 - $496 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,785 - $3,403 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,381 - $2,910 |
5.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Albany, NY is estimated to be $2,106 - $2,574. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,740 - $5,794 |
11.1% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$2,634 - $3,220 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,106 - $2,574 |
4.9% |