For a wedding with 38 guests in the Buffalo NY, the estimated total cost is around $22,640 - $27,671. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
    
   
  
  
  
    
    
      On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Buffalo NY is approximately $662. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $22,640 - $27,671.
    
   
  
  
    
    
      The average wedding cost in Buffalo NY is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $22,640 - $27,671 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
    
   
  
            
                
                
                    In Buffalo NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $232 - $284. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
                
             
            
            
                
                
                    The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $250 - $306.
                
             
            
            
                
                
                    In Buffalo NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,370 - $1,674. This represents about 6.1% of your total wedding expenses.
                
             
            
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Attire & Accessories Cost | 
                      $1,959 - $2,395 | 
                      8.7% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Dress Accessories
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                      $232 - $284 | 
                      1.0% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
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                      $107 - $131 | 
                      0.5% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
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                      $250 - $306 | 
                      1.1% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Wedding Dress
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                      $1,370 - $1,674 | 
                      6.1% | 
                  
              
            
           
           
            
                
                
                    The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Buffalo NY is $142 - $174. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
                
             
            
            
                
                
                    In the Buffalo NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
                
             
            
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Bakery Cost | 
                      $142 - $174 | 
                      0.6% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Wedding Cake/dessert
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                      $142 - $174 | 
                      0.6% | 
                  
              
            
           
           
        
            
            
                For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Buffalo NY is $63 - $77. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
            
         
        
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Beauty & Spa Cost | 
                      $63 - $77 | 
                      0.3% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Manicure & Pedicure
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                      $63 - $77 | 
                      0.3% | 
                  
              
            
           
           
        
            
            
                Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,708 - $2,088, which is 7.5% of your total.
            
         
        
            
                
                
                    The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Buffalo NY area is $1,184 - $1,447.
                
             
            
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Entertainment Cost | 
                      $1,708 - $2,088 | 
                      7.5% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          DJ/MC
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                      $1,184 - $1,447 | 
                      5.2% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Entertainment lighting
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                      $525 - $641 | 
                      2.3% | 
                  
              
            
           
           
        
            
            
                The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Buffalo NY, you should budget approximately $5,743 - $7,019, which is about 25.4% of your total budget.
            
         
        
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Event Venue Cost | 
                      $5,743 - $7,019 | 
                      25.4% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Wedding Venue Bar Service
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                      $754 - $922 | 
                      3.3% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Wedding Venue Food Service
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                      $1,454 - $1,777 | 
                      6.4% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Wedding Venue Location
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                      $2,998 - $3,664 | 
                      13.2% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Wedding Venue Rentals
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                      $537 - $657 | 
                      2.4% | 
                  
              
            
           
           
        
            
            
                The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,934 - $2,364. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
            
         
        
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Flowers & Decorations Cost | 
                      $1,934 - $2,364 | 
                      8.5% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Bouquets
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                      $545 - $666 | 
                      2.4% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Boutonnieres, Corsages
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                      $248 - $303 | 
                      1.1% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Wedding Venue Accessories
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                      $120 - $146 | 
                      0.5% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Wedding Venue Decorations
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                      $695 - $849 | 
                      3.1% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
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                      $200 - $244 | 
                      0.9% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
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                      $128 - $156 | 
                      0.6% | 
                  
              
            
           
           
        
            
            
                For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $474 - $580.
            
         
        
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Gifts & Favors Cost | 
                      $474 - $580 | 
                      2.1% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Gift/s for Attendants
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                      $115 - $141 | 
                      0.5% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Gift/s for Parents
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                      $156 - $190 | 
                      0.7% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Tips (for all services)
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                      $122 - $150 | 
                      0.5% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Wedding Favors
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                      $81 - $99 | 
                      0.4% | 
                  
              
            
           
           
        
            
            
                The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $256 - $312. This is approximately 1.1% of your overall budget.
            
         
        
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Invitations Cost | 
                      $256 - $312 | 
                      1.1% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Ceremony Programs
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                      $50 - $62 | 
                      0.2% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Guest Book
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                      $23 - $29 | 
                      0.1% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Invitations & Reply Cards
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                      $76 - $92 | 
                      0.3% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Postage
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                      $36 - $44 | 
                      0.2% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Table Name and Escort/place Cards
                       | 
                      $34 - $42 | 
                      0.2% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Thank You Cards
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                      $36 - $44 | 
                      0.2% | 
                  
              
            
           
           
            
                
                
                    The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $818 - $1,000, which is about 3.6% 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 $497 - $607, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
                
             
            
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Jewelry Cost | 
                      $4,902 - $5,992 | 
                      21.7% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Engagement Ring
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                      $3,587 - $4,385 | 
                      15.8% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
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                      $818 - $1,000 | 
                      3.6% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
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                      $497 - $607 | 
                      2.2% | 
                  
              
            
           
           
            
                
                
                    The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Buffalo NY area is $278 - $340. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
                
             
            
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Officiant Cost | 
                      $278 - $340 | 
                      1.2% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Officiant
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                      $278 - $340 | 
                      1.2% | 
                  
              
            
           
           
            
                
                
                    For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $872 - $1,066.
                
             
            
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Other Events Cost | 
                      $872 - $1,066 | 
                      3.9% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Rehearsal Dinner
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                      $872 - $1,066 | 
                      3.9% | 
                  
              
            
           
           
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Other Items Cost | 
                      $445 - $543 | 
                      2.0% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Hotel Room for After Reception
                       | 
                      $445 - $543 | 
                      2.0% | 
                  
              
            
           
           
        
            
            
                On average, couples in Buffalo NY spend between $3,863 - $4,721 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.1% of your overall budget.
            
         
        
            
                
                
                    On average, couples in Buffalo NY with 38 guests spend between $2,691 - $3,289 on wedding photography, which is about 11.9% of your total wedding cost.
                
             
            
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Photography & Video Cost | 
                      $3,863 - $4,721 | 
                      17.1% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Engagement Session
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                      $369 - $451 | 
                      1.6% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Photo Booth
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                      $459 - $561 | 
                      2.0% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Prints and/or Enlargements
                       | 
                      $344 - $420 | 
                      1.5% | 
                  
              
                  
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                          Wedding Photographer
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                      $2,691 - $3,289 | 
                      11.9% |