How much is a real American wedding in different cities
'03.09.2018'
Source: Go Banking Rates
If you and your spouse have announced an engagement and are preparing to calculate the possible costs of a wedding celebration, you may be shocked by the fact that the average cost of a wedding in the US is equal to the cost of a new car or a substantial part of the down payment when you buy a house.
According to a study by The Knot, the average cost of a wedding in 2017 was 33 391 US dollars, which is actually lower than the average cost in 2016 year (35 329 dollars), writes Go Banking Rates. However, this figure has increased compared to 32 641 dollars in 2015 year and 29 858 dollars in 2013. By the way, these costs do not include honeymoon expenses, which may add several thousand dollars to the final figure, as well as the effect of inflation.
Couples have been inviting fewer guests lately, but this seems to be due to the desire to give each guest more attention and give a better holiday, not just cut costs. The average cost per invitation per guest hit an all-time high of $ 268 (up from $ 2009 in 194). At the same time, guests - 136 people on average - can spend up to $ 900 each if the ceremony requires a trip or flight.
The truth is, a wedding doesn't have to cost you that $ 33 - a couple can cut down on their wedding expenses if thought carefully. In fact, you can have an inexpensive wedding and get married at the courthouse for between $ 391 and $ 30.
Other wedding expenses
Pleasant, though not vital, expenses include videographers, transportation, hairdresser and make-up, dinner the night before, musicians and staff. Some people choose to hire a professional wedding planner, which will cost you an average of $ 1988.
Decide on the answer to the question: what is most important for you on your wedding day? Reduce what is less important, and leave a few things that will help you remember the holiday forever, be it music, photography or food.
Inviting a DJ instead of a band will save you an average of 2788 dollars. And if the bride and her friends make up their own makeup and hairstyles, this will save additional 966 dollars.
No matter how modest or lush you want to make a wedding, focus on getting a wonderful experience and remember this important day for you.
