For a wedding with 250 guests in the Philadelphia PA, the estimated total cost is around $75,792 - $92,634. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Philadelphia PA is approximately $337. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $75,792 - $92,634.
The average wedding cost in Philadelphia PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $75,792 - $92,634 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $263 - $321. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $284 - $347.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,548 - $1,892. This represents about 2.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,216 - $2,708 |
2.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$263 - $321 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$284 - $347 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,548 - $1,892 |
2.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Philadelphia PA is $1,128 - $1,378. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Philadelphia PA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,128 - $1,378 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,128 - $1,378 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Philadelphia PA is $311 - $380. 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 |
$311 - $380 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$134 - $164 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,625 - $4,431, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Philadelphia PA area is $1,545 - $1,889.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,625 - $4,431 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,545 - $1,889 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$686 - $838 |
0.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,394 - $1,704 |
1.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Philadelphia PA, you should budget approximately $34,225 - $41,831, which is about 45.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$34,225 - $41,831 |
45.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,212 - $7,592 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,975 - $14,637 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,615 - $14,197 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,423 - $5,405 |
5.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,057 - $6,181. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,057 - $6,181 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$658 - $804 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$300 - $366 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$741 - $905 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$913 - $1,115 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,416 - $1,730 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,031 - $1,260 |
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 $1,777 - $2,171.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,777 - $2,171 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$155 - $189 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,007 - $1,231 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$500 - $612 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,472 - $3,022. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,472 - $3,022 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$314 - $384 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$279 - $341 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$146 - $178 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$468 - $572 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$246 - $300 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$306 - $374 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$279 - $341 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$213 - $261 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$221 - $271 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $897 - $1,097, which is about 1.2% 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 $545 - $666, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,993 - $7,325 |
7.9% |
|
Bracelet
|
$201 - $245 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$200 - $244 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,895 - $4,761 |
5.1% |
|
Necklace
|
$256 - $312 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$897 - $1,097 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$545 - $666 |
0.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Philadelphia PA area is $289 - $353. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$289 - $353 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$289 - $353 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,138 - $1,390.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,138 - $1,390 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,138 - $1,390 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$462 - $564 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$462 - $564 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $9,794 - $11,970 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA with 250 guests spend between $4,340 - $5,304 on wedding photography, which is about 5.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Philadelphia PA is $3,299 - $4,033. This makes up a portion of your (4.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,794 - $11,970 |
12.9% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$328 - $400 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$367 - $449 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$477 - $583 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$357 - $437 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$626 - $765 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,340 - $5,304 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,299 - $4,033 |
4.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Philadelphia PA is estimated to be $4,962 - $6,064. This service accounts for 6.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,962 - $6,064 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,962 - $6,064 |
6.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,345 - $2,866.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,345 - $2,866 |
3.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$590 - $721 |
0.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,755 - $2,145 |
2.3% |