For a wedding with 175 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $59,233 - $72,395. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $376. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,233 - $72,395.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,233 - $72,395 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Mechanicsville VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $478 - $584. 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 $515 - $629.
In Mechanicsville VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,817 - $3,443. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,031 - $4,927 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$478 - $584 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$221 - $271 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$515 - $629 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,817 - $3,443 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Mechanicsville VA is $697 - $851. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Mechanicsville VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$697 - $851 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$697 - $851 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Mechanicsville VA is $260 - $318. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$260 - $318 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $73 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,386 - $6,582, which is 9.1% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Mechanicsville VA typically budget around $3,612 - $4,414 which is 6.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,386 - $6,582 |
9.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$585 - $715 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,612 - $4,414 |
6.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,189 - $1,453 |
2.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Mechanicsville VA, you should budget approximately $22,705 - $27,751, which is about 38.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,705 - $27,751 |
38.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,808 - $4,654 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,340 - $8,971 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,848 - $10,814 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,710 - $3,312 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,549 - $4,337. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,549 - $4,337 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$540 - $660 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$245 - $299 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$485 - $593 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$774 - $946 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$874 - $1,068 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$631 - $771 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,256 - $1,536.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,256 - $1,536 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$132 - $162 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$179 - $219 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$617 - $754 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$329 - $402 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,196 - $1,462. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,196 - $1,462 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$205 - $251 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$306 - $374 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$182 - $222 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$140 - $171 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$145 - $177 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,549 - $1,893, which is about 2.6% 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 $940 - $1,148, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,216 - $11,264 |
15.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,728 - $8,223 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,549 - $1,893 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$940 - $1,148 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Mechanicsville VA area is $262 - $320. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$262 - $320 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$262 - $320 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $971 - $1,187.
| Other Events Cost |
$971 - $1,187 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$971 - $1,187 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$418 - $510 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$418 - $510 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Mechanicsville VA spend between $4,024 - $4,918 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Mechanicsville VA with 175 guests spend between $3,599 - $4,399 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,024 - $4,918 |
6.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$425 - $519 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,599 - $4,399 |
6.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Mechanicsville VA is estimated to be $4,235 - $5,176. This service accounts for 7.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,235 - $5,176 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,235 - $5,176 |
7.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,028 - $1,256.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,028 - $1,256 |
1.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,028 - $1,256 |
1.7% |