How Much Does a Wedding Really Cost? A Category-by-Category Breakdown
The average U.S. wedding costs $35,000+, but that number hides huge variation. Here's what you'll actually spend, category by category, with tips to set a realistic budget.
Plan your dream wedding without the financial nightmare
Enter total budget → get AI-allocated breakdown by category based on priorities. Drag sliders to reallocate. Shows 'if you spend X on venue, here's what's left for everything else.'
What if you spent $15K less on the wedding and put it toward a down payment? Shows compound impact over 5-10 years.
Enter your city + wedding size → see average costs by vendor category in your area.
Shows exactly how much each additional guest costs (not just the plate — chairs, favors, invitations, bar). Cutting 20 guests saves you $X.
Master budget template, vendor comparison spreadsheet, payment timeline tracker, negotiation scripts, emergency buffer calculator
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