Wedding Vendor Cost Guide

Detailed cost breakdowns for 15 wedding vendor categories. The average couple spends approximately $38,650 across all vendor categories.

🏛️
30% of budget

Wedding Venue

Reception and ceremony locations

Average Cost

$10,500

Price Range

$2,000 - $30,000+

🍽️
22% of budget

Catering

Food and beverage service for your reception

Average Cost

$7,500

Price Range

$30 - $200+ per person

📸
10% of budget

Wedding Photographer

Professional photography to capture your special day

Average Cost

$3,500

Price Range

$1,000 - $10,000+

🎥
7% of budget

Wedding Videographer

Professional video production of your ceremony and reception

Average Cost

$2,500

Price Range

$800 - $8,000+

💐
8% of budget

Wedding Florist

Floral design for ceremony and reception

Average Cost

$2,800

Price Range

$500 - $8,000+

🎵
5% of budget

DJ / Band

Music and entertainment for ceremony and reception

Average Cost

$1,800

Price Range

$500 - $8,000+

📋
6% of budget

Wedding Planner / Coordinator

Professional planning and day-of coordination

Average Cost

$2,200

Price Range

$800 - $10,000+

🎂
2% of budget

Wedding Cake / Bakery

Custom wedding cakes and dessert displays

Average Cost

$600

Price Range

$200 - $1,500+

👗
6% of budget

Wedding Dress / Attire

Bridal gowns, suits, tuxedos, and alterations

Average Cost

$2,000

Price Range

$500 - $7,000+

💄
2% of budget

Hair & Makeup

Professional beauty services for the wedding day

Average Cost

$600

Price Range

$150 - $2,000+

💍
1% of budget

Wedding Officiant

The person who legally marries you

Average Cost

$350

Price Range

$0 - $1,000+

✉️
2% of budget

Wedding Invitations / Stationery

Save-the-dates, invitations, programs, and signage

Average Cost

$500

Price Range

$100 - $2,000+

🚗
2% of budget

Wedding Transportation

Vehicles for the couple, wedding party, and guests

Average Cost

$800

Price Range

$200 - $3,000+

🪑
5% of budget

Wedding Rentals

Tables, chairs, linens, tableware, and decor items

Average Cost

$1,800

Price Range

$500 - $6,000+

3% of budget

Lighting & Decor

Ambient lighting, draping, and decorative elements

Average Cost

$1,200

Price Range

$300 - $5,000+