Wedding Cost Breakdown: Mid-End and Low-End. Looking for a wedding budget breakdown? Wondering what an average wedding costs? Wanted to know more about how to find that sweet price that fits your budget and wedding vision? We got generic pricing to help you out.
Maybe you are wondering how you can save money on wedding costs. It’s always easier to “see” where you can save or adjust if prices are laid out as a comparison.
It is wild to think that wedding budgets can vary so much. But the truth of the matter is, it will vary because every wedding is different.
No matter if you think you are planning a “similar” wedding to someone, the prices will still be surprisingly different because there are all different costs and preferences, and to add to that, availability will affect the pricing.
This goes without saying that this pricing guide is simply to show you possible pricing that you can expect when you are reaching out to wedding vendors and shopping online for your wedding needs. Most of the prices below are based on New York City area pricing. You can expect a plus or minus depending on where you are.
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In this guide, we have included pricing expectations both for the wedding ceremony and reception. For a more detailed reception breakdown of costs, this article will discuss further.
These approximate are based on a 150 guests wedding. We’ve also added some DIY options that can help you save money.
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Wedding Cost Breakdown Sample for Mid-end and Low-end Weddings:
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Here’s your wedding cost breakdown:
| WEDDING ELEMENT | DESCRIPTION | VENDOR | MID-END COST | LOW-END COST | MORE INFO |
| FASHION | |||||
| Wedding Dress | MID-END: Lace Applique Mermaid Dress LOW-END: Scalloped V-Neck Corded Lace Bodice A-Line Dress | David’s Bridal | $1,329.00 | $200.00 | |
| Wedding Dress Alteration | $500.00 | $500.00 | Find local vendor – Approximate price depends on the scope of work | ||
| Wedding Shoes | MID-END: Loeffler Randall Camellia Heels LOW-END: Satin Block Heel Crystal Embelished Shoes | MID-END: BHLDN LOW-END: David’s Bridal | $395.00 | $80.00 | |
| Wedding Earrings | MID-END: Karelia Earrings LOW-END: Clayton Earrings | BHLDN | $195.00 | $50.00 | |
| Veil | MID-END: Cirque Veil LOW-END: Fingertip Length Shimmer Tulle Veil | MID-END: BHLDN LOW-END: David’s Bridal | $210.00 | $50.00 | |
| Wedding Hair & Make Up | New York Area Professionals (source) | $250.00 | $150.00 | ||
| Wedding Hair & Make Up Trial | New York Area Professionals (source) | $150.00 | $85.00 | ||
| Suits (Groom) | Tuxedo | MID-END: Indochino LOW-END: The Black Tux Rental | $529.00 | $150.00 | |
| Suits (Groom) Alteration | $450.00 | Find local vendor – Approximate price depends on the scope of work | |||
| Groom’s shoes | MID-END: Santoni Leather Penny Loafers LOW-END: Durham Velvet Loafers | MID-END: Saks Fifth Avenue LOW-END: Saks Off Fifth | $792.00 | $110.00 |
| Wedding Cost Breakdown FASHION: | MID-END: $4,800.00 | LOW-END: $1,375.00 |
| EVENT SPACE + CATERING |
| WEDDING ELEMENT | DESCRIPTION | VENDOR | MID-END COST | LOW-END COST | MORE INFO |
| Wedding Ceremony & Reception Rental Space (using in-house caterer) | MID-END: Rental space + food ($125 pp) + Bar ($60 pp) = $185 for 150 guests (source) LOW-END: Rental space for ceremony $1000 + Rental space reception $3000 + Dinner/meal at $85 pp for 150 guests + Basic bar at $50 for 150 guests | MID-END: 80th Fifth Avenue (source) LOW-END: Average cost for local standard venue and catering with basic food choices | $27,750.00 | $17,500.00 | Price will depend on food and beverage choices |
| OPTIONAL: Wedding Appetizers (can be additional cost) | MID-END: Average: $35 pp for 150 guests LOW-END: Average: $20 pp for 150 guests | $5,250.00 | $3,000.00 | ||
| Wedding Officiant | MID-END: Average: $300 LOW-END: Average: $200 | $300.00 | $200.00 |
| Wedding Cost Breakdown EVENT SPACE + CATERING: | MID-END: $33,300.00 | LOW-END: $20,700.00 |
| STATIONERY |
The final price will depend on the design and other customization requests.
| WEDDING ELEMENT | DESCRIPTION | VENDOR | MID-END COST | LOW-END COST | MORE INFO |
| Wedding Invitations | MID-END: Branchlet Design: $2.26 each for 135 guests (assuming some of the 150 guests are couples and families) LOW-END: Regular Leaf and flower design: $1.36 each for 150 pieces | MID-END: Minted LOW-END: Vistaprint | $305.00 | $203.00 | |
| Menu Cards | MID-END: Branchlet Design: $1.39 each for 150 guests LOW-END: Regular leaf design at $1.50 each for 17 tables, only 2 per table (put the menu on a stand for guests to share) + stand for $3 each, 2 per 17 tables | MID-END: Minted LOW-END: Vistaprint | $215.00 | $153.00 | |
| Thank you cards | MID END: Branchlet Design: $1.84 for 135 guests (assuming some of the 150 guests are couples and families) LOW-END: Standard Thank You card $0.60 each for 150 pieces | MID-END: Minted LOW-END: Vistaprint | $249.00 | $90.00 | |
| Gift tags for favors | MID-END: Branchlet Design: $0.36 each for 150 guests LOW-END: Standard rectangular hang gift tag (can be customized) $0.19 each for 150 guests | MID-END: Minted LOW-END: Vistaprint | $56.00 | $28.00 | |
| Wedding Seating Chart | MID-END: Custom Minted Seating chart for $107 + Large standing easel for $77 LOW-END: Foam board sign for $40 + standing easel for $25 | MID-END: Minted LOW-END: Vistaprint | $184.00 | $65.00 | |
| Place cards | MID-END: Branchlet Design: $0.70 each for 150 guests LOW-END: Standard place card at $0.08 each, 250 pieces | MID-END: Minted LOW-END: Vistaprint | $108.00 | $20.00 | |
| Table Number | MID-END: Branchlet Design: $2.12 each for 17 tables LOW-END: Style Me Pretty Gold Die Cut Wedding Table Numbers | MID-END: Minted LOW-END: Michaels | $36.00 | $15.00 |
| Wedding Cost Breakdown STATIONERY: | MID-END: $1,153.00 | LOW-END: $574.00 |
| DECOR & FLOWERS |
The Bouqs offer interest free installment payments! These flowers still need to be set-up!
For the low-end flowers, you can order “regular” bouquets online and DIY the stem wrap for bouquets and order the rest as centerpieces for tables. Always call in ahead of time to ensure availability & approval.
Always add 20-30% padding for delivery and set-up. Whether you are setting it up or hiring someone to help you.
| WEDDING ELEMENT | DESCRIPTION | VENDOR | MID-END COST | LOW-END COST | MORE INFO |
| Brides Bouquet | MID-END: Lace Bridal Bouquet LOW-END: Happy Together Deluxe | MID-END: The Bouqs LOW-END: Proflowers | $130.00 | $63.00 | |
| Bridesmaids Bouquet (5 bridesmaids) | MID-END: Lace Bridesmaid Bouquet, at $110 each LOW-END: Happy Together Standard, at $51 each | MID-END: The Bouqs LOW-END: Proflowers | $550.00 | $255.00 | |
| Boutonnieres (groom + 5 groomsmen) | MID-END: Lace Boutonniere, at $20 each LOW-END: Dried flowers, at $14 each | MID-END: The Bouqs LOW-END: Etsy | $120.00 | $84.00 | |
| Corsage 4 parents + 4 grandparents | MID-END: Lace Corsage, at $30 each LOW-END: Silk Flowers, at $15 each | MID-END: The Bouqs LOW-END: Etsy | $240.00 | $120.00 | |
| Centerpiece – 17 tables | MID-END: Adore Centerpiece (17 tables at $90 each) LOW-END: Rose Quartz Bouquet Deluxe ($66 each for 17 tables, call ahead if you are making a large order to ensure availability) | MID-END: The Bouqs LOW-END: Proflowers | $1,530.00 | $1,122.00 | These flowers still need to be set up. Ask your venue if they can assist you in setting these up at a cost. |
| Ceremony Arrangement, 2 pieces | MID-END: Adore Ceremony Piece, at $125 each LOW-END: Rose Quarts Premium, at $88 each | MID-END: The Bouqs LOW-END: Proflowers | $250.00 | $176.00 | These flowers still need to be set up. Ask your venue if they can assist you in setting these up at a cost. |
| Sweetheart or head table arrangement, 2 pieces | MID-END: Adore Ceremony Piece, at $125 each LOW-END: Rose Quarts Premium, at $88 each | MID-END: The Bouqs LOW-END: Proflowers | $250.00 | $176.00 | These flowers still need to be set up. Ask your venue if they can assist you in setting these up at a cost. |
| Wedding Cost Breakdown DECOR + FLOWERS: | MID-END: $3,070.00 | LOW-END: $1,996.00 |
| WEDDING ELEMENT | DESCRIPTION | VENDOR | MID-END COST | LOW-END COST | MORE INFO |
| SERVICES + ADD-ONS |
| Wedding Cake Design | MID-END: Butterfly Bakeshop: From $575 for 100 people (source) LOW-END: Chocolate Cake, at $50 each (2), plus cake stands at (2) at $60 – Assuming you are not using your cake to serve but just for design, especially if you already have dessert included in the meal you served | MID-END: Wedding Cake from Butterfly Bakeshop LOW-END: Online Orders from Magnolia Bakery | $575.00 | $220.00 | The approximate price depends on the design and scope of work |
| Wedding Favors | MID-END: TicTacs at $1.35 each for 155 guests LOW-END: Single Mints, packaged with tag | MID-END: Walmart LOW-END: Etsy | $210.00 | $60.00 | |
| Wedding Favor Stickers | Mint to Be Tic Tac Stickers (168 pcs.) | Etsy | $50.00 | ||
| Wedding DJ | DJ and Emcee (depends on the agreement) (source) | TCM DJ Events | $2,000.00 | $1,500.00 | The approximate price depends on how long the service is for and what is included |
| Ceremony Musicians | Average Cost (starting price for 3 hours of guitarist/pianist and singer) | $700.00 | $500.00 | ||
| Wedding Photographer | Average Cost (starting price for an 8-hour day) | $3,000.00 | $2,000.00 | The approximate price depends on how long the service is for and what is included | |
| Limo Rental/Transportation | Average Cost (2 pickups and 2 drop-offs) | $1,200.00 | $900.00 | This depends on how many stops and how far the travel will be. | |
| Wedding Day-of Coordinator | Average Cost (starting prices) | $2,500.00 | $1,800.00 | Depends on the scope of work and the number of hours |
| Wedding Cost Breakdown SERVICES + ADD-ONS: | MID-END: $10,235.00 | LOW-END: $6,980.00 |
Wedding Cost Breakdown:
| SUBTOTAL: MID-END: | $52,558.00 |
| SUBTOTAL: LOW-END: | $31,625.00 |
| with 20% added padding for unexpected expenses |
| GRAND TOTAL FOR MID-END: | $63,069.60 |
| GRAND TOTAL FOR LOW-END: | $37,950.00 |
These are generic pricing and are to be used as a guide only; for informational purposes. These prices will vary and change depending on many variables. Please call or email vendors and services to inquire and get the most up-to-date pricing for the specific scope of work you are looking for.
There you are lovelies! Wedding Cost Breakdown: Wedding Cost Breakdown: Mid-End and Low-End Comparison!
