For a wedding with 125 guests in the Waterbury CT, the estimated total cost is around $42,404 - $51,827. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Waterbury CT is approximately $377. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,404 - $51,827.
The average wedding cost in Waterbury CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,404 - $51,827 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Meriden CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $283 - $345. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $305 - $373.
In Meriden CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,667 - $2,037. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,386 - $2,916 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$283 - $345 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$305 - $373 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,667 - $2,037 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Waterbury CT is $512 - $626. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Waterbury CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$512 - $626 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$512 - $626 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Waterbury CT is $293 - $358. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$293 - $358 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,968 - $2,406, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Waterbury CT area is $1,364 - $1,667.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,968 - $2,406 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,364 - $1,667 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$605 - $739 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Waterbury CT, you should budget approximately $16,860 - $20,606, which is about 39.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,860 - $20,606 |
39.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,740 - $3,348 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,281 - $6,455 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,889 - $8,419 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,950 - $2,384 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,109 - $3,799. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,109 - $3,799 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$610 - $746 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$278 - $340 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$353 - $431 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$813 - $993 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$644 - $787 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$411 - $503 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $969 - $1,185.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$969 - $1,185 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$165 - $201 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$444 - $542 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$239 - $292 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $887 - $1,084. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$887 - $1,084 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$222 - $272 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $948 - $1,158, which is about 2.2% 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 $575 - $703, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,637 - $6,889 |
13.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,114 - $5,028 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$948 - $1,158 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$575 - $703 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Waterbury CT area is $286 - $350. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$286 - $350 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$286 - $350 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,004 - $1,227.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,004 - $1,227 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,004 - $1,227 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$457 - $559 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$457 - $559 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Waterbury CT spend between $7,302 - $8,924 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Waterbury CT with 125 guests spend between $3,099 - $3,787 on wedding photography, which is about 7.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Waterbury CT is $2,840 - $3,471. This makes up a portion of your (6.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,302 - $8,924 |
17.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$392 - $479 |
0.9% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$353 - $431 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$619 - $757 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,099 - $3,787 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,840 - $3,471 |
6.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $735 - $899.
| Transportation Cost |
$735 - $899 |
1.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$735 - $899 |
1.7% |