Lifestyle
Wedding Budget Calculator
The Knot and Brides surveys show wedding spending follows a predictable pattern: venue 30-40%, food 25-30%, photo 10%, etc. Enter your total budget and guest count to see realistic allocations.
Per guest cost
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- Venue + catering
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- Photo + video
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- Everything else
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FAQ
Is $30k a realistic budget? +
2025 US average is $33,000 per The Knot. Median is closer to $20k. Microweddings under 30 guests average $10-15k. Major metros (NYC, SF, LA) run 50-100% over national averages.
What is most overspent? +
Flowers and reception decor. Couples planning DIY underestimate by 50%+. Photography is the line item most people regret going cheap on — it is the only physical thing left after the day.