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Do You Know the Average Cost of These Wedding Expenses?

By: Stella Alexander

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Do You Know the Average Cost of These Wedding Expenses?

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About This Quiz

Here comes the bride (or groom)! Weddings are often thought to be the happiest day of someone's life. With those happy times comes a very high price tag. According to The Knot, the average price of an American wedding is around $35,000. On that receipt, couples will spend money on dresses or tuxedos, flowers, entertainment, favors, invitations, and more. When it comes to all the price tags in planning a wedding, can you guess the average cost of wedding expenses?

Weddings usually take months or even years to plan. While some couples choose to make the process happen in as short as three months, others might take years to bring their vision to life.

Early wedding expenses might include a wedding planner, save the dates, and invitations. As one gets deeper into the planning, the price starts to go up with the addition of attire, entertainment, and decorations. If you're really fancy, you might need to cover ceremony programs, photo booths, and open bar.

With the cost of all these wedding expenses, couples soon find themselves spending thousands of dollars on one day. Whether you've planned a wedding or not, you might find it difficult to recall the price tag for each item. From the engagement ring to the DJ, can you guess the average cost of these wedding expenses? Let's see if you're ready to walk down the aisle!

What is the average cost of a wedding dress?

$700

$1,220

The average cost of a wedding dress is is $1,220 in the United States. The amount usually ranges between $915 and $1,525.

$1,675

$2,220

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What is the average cost of an engagement ring?

$3,400

According to Cost of Wedding, the average cost of an engagement ring is $3,402. The typical range for engagement rings is from $2,550 to $4,250.

$2,100

$3,900

$2,500

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What is the average cost of a tuxedo rental?

$100

$200

According to Cost of Wedding, it costs around $209 to rent a tuxedo for a wedding. The range typically varies between $157 and $261.

$300

$400

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What is the average cost of a DJ?

$500

$600

$700

The average cost of a DJ is around $736, but this can go as high as more than $900. Some couples spend more than $,1000 on a DJ for their wedding.

$800

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What is the average cost of a live band?

$1,100

$1,300

$1,500

$1,700

The average price of a live band for a wedding is around $1,700. Couples might spend anywhere between $1,275 and $2,125.

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What is the average cost of a bouquet?

$100

$200

$300

The average cost for a wedding bouquet is around $339. Flowers are usually a very expensive item and a bouquet can cost as much as $420.

$400

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What is the average cost of hair services?

$60

Everyone needs their hair done! When it comes to weddings, the average cost that goes into hair is $37, but this can range from $50 to $84.

$90

$120

$150

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What is the average cost of a manicure and pedicure?

$20

$40

If you're going to have a manicure and pedicure for your wedding, you're looking at $45 for both. Depending on where you go, this can go upwards of $90.

$60

$80

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What is the average cost of a corsage or boutonniere?

$100

$120

$150

The average cost of a boutonniere or corsage is around $148 but the cost can go up to $185.

$175

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What is the average cost of floral decorations?

$100

$200

$300

$400

Couples tend to spend hundreds of dollars when it comes to flowers to decorate the venue. This usually costs around $445.

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What is the average cost of centerpieces?

$100

$250

$320

Wedding centerpieces come with a HIGH price tag. The average cost to make one centerpiece is usually around $320. Couples can spend well over $400 depending on the type of flowers they choose.

$450

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What is the average cost of wedding favors?

$110

$140

$200

$240

The average cost of wedding favors is $239. This can range from $179 to $299.

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What is the average cost of wedding invitations?

$120

The average cost of wedding invitations is around $128. This usually ranges between $96 and $160.

$150

$180

$210

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What is the average cost of makeup services?

$100

$150

$50

If you want your makeup done for your wedding, you're looking at around $54. For a seasoned professional, you could be looking at upwards of $100.

$80

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What is the average cost of ceremony programs?

$128

Ceremony invitations cost around $128. They can cost up to as much as $160.

$258

$316

$418

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What is the average cost of engagement announcements?

$210

$110

If you'd like to announce your engagement, you're looking at around $109. This can range from $82 to $136.

$50

$250

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What is the average cost of a guest book?

$20

$40

$60

The average cost for a wedding book is $61. A relatively small expense, you won't usually spend more than $80.

$80

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What is the average cost of postage for invitations?

$50

$100

The average cost for postage for invitations is around $100. This usually ranges between $79 and $131.

$150

$200

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What is the average cost of place cards?

$60

$70

$80

The price for place cards is around $85. It ranges from $64 to $106.

$100

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What is the average cost of 'Thank You" cards?

$90

Don't forget about the wedding aftermath! If you're planning on thanking your guests, you'll spend around $90 for "Thank You" cards.

$120

$150

$180

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What is the average cost of a bracelet?

$110

$170

The average cost that is spent on a wedding bracelet is $174. This price can range between $131 and $218.

$340

$500

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What is the average cost of earrings?

$90

$210

$150

The average cost for a wedding bracelet is $151. This can range from $113 to $189.

$360

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What is the average cost of a necklace?

$200

When it comes to jewelry, couples still drop more than $100 on a necklace. The average cost of a necklace is $199. This can range from $149 to $249.

$300

$400

$500

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What is the average cost of a woman's wedding band?

$500

$600

$800

The average cost of a woman's wedding band is $782. With a large range, they can vary from $587 to $978. For custom pieces, they can cost well over $1,500.

$1,000

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What is the average cost of a man's wedding band?

$300

$400

The average cost of a man's wedding band is $455. This price can vary from $341 to $569.

$600

$800

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What is the average cost of a photo booth?

$100

$200

$400

The average cost that is spent on a photo booth for a wedding is $379. This can usually range from $284 to $474.

$500

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What is the average cost of a photographer?

$500

$1,000

$1,500

The average cost of a photographer is $1,606 but the price of this can go up to $3,200 or more depending on the level of expertise.

$2,500

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What is the average cost of a wedding planner?

$2,000

$2,300

$2,500

$2,700

The average price for a full service wedding planner is around $2,754. Some planners might charge clients as much as $5,000 or more.

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What is the average cost of a videographer?

$1,000

The average cost of a videographer is around $1,072. Some videographers can charge as much as $2,100.

$2,000

$3,000

$4,000

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What is the average cost of an officiant?

$50

$100

$200

The average cost of an officiator is around $214, but it could cost as much as $420.

$500

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What is the average cost of bar service?

$1,000

$2,000

Although it depends on the number of guests, the average amount that is spent at a wedding for bar service is $2,374. Depending on the number of people and caliber of alcohol, this can go well over $4,500.

$3,000

$4,000

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What is the average cost of food?

$3,000

$5,000

Food is definitely one of the biggest expenses at a wedding. The average cost is $4,667, but it can cost close to $10,000.

$6,000

$8,000

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What is the average cost of a wedding cake?

$300

$400

The average cost of a wedding cake is $400. This can range between $314 and $523, but some cakes can reach up to more than $800 in cost.

$500

$600

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What is the average cost of a limo?

$300

$500

The average cost of a limo rental is $483. Depending on the style, this expense can reach as high as $900.

$700

$900

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What is the average cost of the location?

$1,000

$4,000

When it comes to the wedding location, on average, couples spend around $3,611. Some wedding venues can cost well over $7,000.

$9,000

$12,000

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