Most Expensive
New York
$58,000
National Average
$35,000
Based on 2024 data
Most Affordable
Mississippi
$21,000
Alabama
AL$23,000
34% vs national
Alaska
AK$32,000
9% vs national
Arizona
AZ$30,000
14% vs national
Arkansas
AR$22,000
37% vs national
California
CA$45,000
29% vs national
Colorado
CO$35,000
0% vs national
Connecticut
CT$43,000
23% vs national
Delaware
DE$35,000
0% vs national
Florida
FL$35,000
0% vs national
Georgia
GA$31,000
11% vs national
Hawaii
HI$40,000
14% vs national
Idaho
ID$27,000
23% vs national
Illinois
IL$38,000
9% vs national
Indiana
IN$26,000
26% vs national
Iowa
IA$24,000
31% vs national
Kansas
KS$23,000
34% vs national
Kentucky
KY$24,000
31% vs national
Louisiana
LA$28,000
20% vs national
Maine
ME$32,000
9% vs national
Maryland
MD$40,000
14% vs national
Massachusetts
MA$48,000
37% vs national
Michigan
MI$29,000
17% vs national
Minnesota
MN$32,000
9% vs national
Mississippi
MS$21,000
40% vs national
Missouri
MO$26,000
26% vs national
Montana
MT$28,000
20% vs national
Nebraska
NE$24,000
31% vs national
Nevada
NV$35,000
0% vs national
New Hampshire
NH$36,000
3% vs national
New Jersey
NJ$53,000
51% vs national
New Mexico
NM$25,000
29% vs national
New York
NY$58,000
66% vs national
North Carolina
NC$29,000
17% vs national
North Dakota
ND$22,000
37% vs national
Ohio
OH$28,000
20% vs national
Oklahoma
OK$23,000
34% vs national
Oregon
OR$33,000
6% vs national
Pennsylvania
PA$36,000
3% vs national
Rhode Island
RI$45,000
29% vs national
South Carolina
SC$28,000
20% vs national
South Dakota
SD$21,000
40% vs national
Tennessee
TN$29,000
17% vs national
Texas
TX$33,000
6% vs national
Utah
UT$27,000
23% vs national
Vermont
VT$34,000
3% vs national
Virginia
VA$37,000
6% vs national
Washington
WA$36,000
3% vs national
West Virginia
WV$21,000
40% vs national
Wisconsin
WI$28,000
20% vs national
Wyoming
WY$26,000
26% vs national
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our estimates are based on industry surveys and regional data from wedding vendors. Actual costs can vary based on your specific venue, vendors, guest count, and wedding style.
Wedding costs are influenced by local cost of living, vendor competition, venue availability, and regional preferences. Metropolitan areas tend to cost more than rural regions.
The average includes venue, catering, photography, music, flowers, attire, rings, transportation, cake, officiant, and invitations. It does not include honeymoon or engagement rings.
Consider off-peak seasons (fall/winter), weekday weddings, brunch receptions, smaller guest lists, and prioritizing 2-3 must-haves while saving on less important items.
Understanding Wedding Costs Across America
Wedding costs in the United States vary dramatically by location. Couples in New York and New Jersey typically spend the most, while those in Mississippi, South Dakota, and West Virginia enjoy the most affordable wedding markets.
These differences are influenced by several factors including local cost of living, venue availability, vendor competition, and regional wedding traditions. Metropolitan areas consistently cost more than rural regions.
Budget Allocation Tips
- Allocate 40% of your budget to venue and catering
- Photography and videography typically require 10%
- Music and entertainment account for another 10%
- Flowers and decorations average 8%
- Keep 10% as a contingency fund for unexpected costs