For a wedding with 125 guests in the Albany, NY, the estimated total cost is around $33,377 - $40,794. 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 $297. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,377 - $40,794.
The average wedding cost in Albany, NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,377 - $40,794 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Schenectady NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $264 - $322. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $293 - $359.
In Schenectady NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,613 - $1,971. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,278 - $2,784 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$264 - $322 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$293 - $359 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,613 - $1,971 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Albany, NY is $442 - $540. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$442 - $540 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$442 - $540 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Albany, NY is $272 - $332. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$272 - $332 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,562 - $1,909, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Albany, NY area is $1,051 - $1,285.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,562 - $1,909 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,051 - $1,285 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$510 - $624 |
1.5% |
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 $13,874 - $16,958, which is about 41.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,874 - $16,958 |
41.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,066 - $2,525 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,010 - $4,902 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,244 - $7,632 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,554 - $1,900 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,764 - $3,378. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,764 - $3,378 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$497 - $607 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$215 - $263 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$324 - $396 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$749 - $915 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$572 - $700 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$407 - $497 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $887 - $1,085.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$887 - $1,085 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$205 - $251 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$373 - $455 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$198 - $242 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $800 - $978. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$800 - $978 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$188 - $230 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $889 - $1,087, which is about 2.7% 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 $535 - $653, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,998 - $7,330 |
18.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,574 - $5,590 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$889 - $1,087 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$535 - $653 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Albany, NY area is $298 - $364. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$298 - $364 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$298 - $364 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $842 - $1,029.
| Other Events Cost |
$842 - $1,029 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$842 - $1,029 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$525 - $641 |
1.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$525 - $641 |
1.6% |
On average, couples in Albany, NY spend between $2,836 - $3,466 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Albany, NY with 125 guests spend between $2,467 - $3,015 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,836 - $3,466 |
8.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$369 - $451 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,467 - $3,015 |
7.4% |