Planning Your Wedding Expense Budget

Wedding Expense Budget

Planning a wedding takes time, patience, and a budget. Assembled below are 3 sample budgets from $10,000 to $30,000 for comparison. Each expense is figured with a percentage of total budget in mind. Your actual expenses will vary according to your priorities & situation.

Wedding Expenses	% of Budget	$10,000	$20,000	$30,000
Food	40%	4,000	8,000	12,000
Reception & Other Rentals	10%	1,000	2,000	3,000
Attire	12%	1,200	2,400	3,600
Flowers	8%	800	1,600	2,400
Photography	5%	500	1,000	1,500
Videography	2%	200	400	600
Music	7%	700	1,400	2,100
Invitations	3%	300	600	900
Gifts & Favors	4%	400	800	1,200
Wedding Rings	2%	200	400	600
Ceremony	2%	200	400	600
Transportation	1%	100	200	300
Miscellaneous	4%	400	800	1,200