Average Wedding Cost
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On average, US couples spend $20,398 for their wedding.
However, the majority of couples spend between $15,299 and $25,498
while their wedding budget is typically 50% less than the amount spent.
This does not include cost for a honeymoon or engagement ring.
Understanding average wedding cost now can help you with your wedding budget later.
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The numbers provided on this site are simply a guide to help you better prepare for the cost of a wedding and is based on spending by other couples, not vendor prices.
Spending and prices vary widely. You should expect to pay 25% to 50% more for a well-experienced professional. Investigate all options and choose products and services that best meet your needs.
The following items are included in the average wedding cost or wedding budget:
- Cufflinks Cummerbund Tie Pocket Square Shoes for Bride Shoes for Groom Tiara Combs Hair Pins Garter Tuxedo/Suit
Veil Wedding Dress Wedding Dress Preservation Facial Hair Service Makeup Service Manicure & Pedicure and Massage.
- Aisle Runner Ceremony Location Other Accessories or Decorations - Ceremony Ring Pillow or Box Unity Candle Justice of the Peace
or Officiate or Ordained or Friend Family Member or Pastor Minister Rabbi or Priest Band at ceremony Band at reception and Dance lessons.
- DJ at ceremony DJ at reception Musician/s at ceremony Musician/s at reception Boutonnieres Corsages Bridal Bouquet
Bridesmaid Bouquets Ceremony Flower Arrangements Flower Girl Flowers Flower Petals and Reception Flower Arrangements.
- Gift/s for Attendants Gift/s for Parents Gift/s for the Bride Gift/s for the Groom Wedding Favors Ceremony Programs
Guest Book Invitations & Reply Cards Reception Menus Table or Place Cards Thank You Cards Anklet Bracelet and Brides Wedding Band.
- Earrings Grooms Wedding Band Necklace Watch for Bride Watch for Groom Bachelor Party Bachelorette Party Rehearsal Dinner
Wedding Photographer Wedding Videographer A La Carte Services Day-of-Coordinator For Getting Started and Full Service.
- Month-of-Direction Hotel Room for After Reception Other Accessories or Decorations - Reception and Reception Bar Service
Reception Food Service Reception Location Reception Rentals (Tent Table Chairs Etc.) and Reception Table Centerpieces.
- Toasting Flutes Wedding Cake Wedding Cake Topper and Serving Set Antique Car Rental Horse & Carriage Rental Limo Rental
Motorcycle Rental and Regular Car Rental.
Items not included in the average cost or budget:
- Honeymoon Accessories Airline Tickets Camera Video Camera Cruise Package Hotel Resort Luggage New Clothes Spa Treatments Tours & Shows
Bridal Shower Invitations Engagement Announcements Engagement Ring Bridal Shower Engagement Party Engagement Photographer and Engagement Videographer.
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