For a wedding with 125 guests in the Rochester NY, the estimated total cost is around $40,418 - $49,400. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Rochester NY is approximately $359. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,418 - $49,400.
The average wedding cost in Rochester NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,418 - $49,400 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 $383 - $468. 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 $412 - $504.
In Buffalo NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,253 - $2,753. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,225 - $3,941 |
8.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$383 - $468 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$177 - $217 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$412 - $504 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,253 - $2,753 |
5.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Rochester NY is $508 - $620. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Rochester NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$508 - $620 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$508 - $620 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Rochester NY is $208 - $254. 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 |
$208 - $254 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,747 - $2,135, which is 4.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Rochester NY area is $1,210 - $1,478.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,747 - $2,135 |
4.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,210 - $1,478 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$537 - $657 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Rochester NY, you should budget approximately $16,308 - $19,932, which is about 40.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,308 - $19,932 |
40.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,752 - $3,364 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,305 - $6,483 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,292 - $7,690 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,959 - $2,395 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,132 - $1,384. This accounts for roughly 2.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,132 - $1,384 |
2.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$543 - $663 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$247 - $301 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$343 - $419 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $860 - $1,051.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$860 - $1,051 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$182 - $222 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$446 - $545 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$232 - $284 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $851 - $1,041. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$851 - $1,041 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$145 - $177 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,246 - $1,522, 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 $756 - $924, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,411 - $9,057 |
18.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,409 - $6,611 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,246 - $1,522 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$756 - $924 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Rochester NY area is $280 - $342. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$280 - $342 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$280 - $342 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $891 - $1,089.
| Other Events Cost |
$891 - $1,089 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$891 - $1,089 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$446 - $546 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$446 - $546 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Rochester NY spend between $6,552 - $8,008 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Rochester NY with 125 guests spend between $3,216 - $3,930 on wedding photography, which is about 8.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Rochester NY is $2,444 - $2,987. This makes up a portion of your (6.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,552 - $8,008 |
16.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$432 - $528 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$461 - $563 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,216 - $3,930 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,444 - $2,987 |
6.0% |