For a wedding with 125 guests in the Philadelphia PA, the estimated total cost is around $60,771 - $74,275. 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 $540. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $60,771 - $74,275.
The average wedding cost in Philadelphia PA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $60,771 - $74,275 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Newtown PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $555 - $679. 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 $589 - $719.
In Newtown PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,329 - $4,069. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,721 - $5,771 |
7.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$555 - $679 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$248 - $304 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$589 - $719 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,329 - $4,069 |
5.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Philadelphia PA is $548 - $670. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$548 - $670 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$548 - $670 |
0.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Philadelphia PA is $308 - $376. 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 |
$308 - $376 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,417 - $2,955, which is 4.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Philadelphia PA area is $1,682 - $2,056.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,417 - $2,955 |
4.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,682 - $2,056 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$735 - $899 |
1.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Philadelphia PA, you should budget approximately $19,984 - $24,424, which is about 32.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,984 - $24,424 |
32.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,939 - $3,593 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,720 - $6,991 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,250 - $11,306 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,075 - $2,536 |
3.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,824 - $4,674. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,824 - $4,674 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$678 - $828 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$302 - $369 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,181 - $1,443 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$798 - $976 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$504 - $616 |
0.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,013 - $1,238.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,013 - $1,238 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$136 - $166 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$172 - $210 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$475 - $581 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $775 - $947. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$775 - $947 |
1.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$130 - $158 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$61 - $75 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$75 - $91 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$87 - $107 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,861 - $2,275, which is about 3.1% 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 $1,108 - $1,354, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$11,159 - $13,639 |
18.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,190 - $10,010 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,861 - $2,275 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,108 - $1,354 |
1.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Philadelphia PA area is $303 - $371. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$303 - $371 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$303 - $371 |
0.5% |
Other Events
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 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,262 - $1,542 |
2.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$487 - $595 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $7,727 - $9,445 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA with 125 guests spend between $3,856 - $4,712 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Philadelphia PA is $2,896 - $3,540. This makes up a portion of your (4.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,727 - $9,445 |
12.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$479 - $585 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$497 - $607 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,856 - $4,712 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,896 - $3,540 |
4.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Philadelphia PA is estimated to be $5,510 - $6,734. This service accounts for 9.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,510 - $6,734 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,510 - $6,734 |
9.1% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $733 - $895.
| Transportation Cost |
$733 - $895 |
1.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$733 - $895 |
1.2% |