the average wedding cost (2.2 million couples) in the united states for 2022 was $30,000

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On average, couples can expect to spend around $7,000 (with a range of $3,000 to $11,000) renting a spot for their ceremony and a reception. 

The bulk of that cost goes to the reception site (as ceremonies are short and don't involve catering).

Food is a major wedding expense, and couples pay about $4,000 for catering ($2,000 to $6,000). 

Alcohol adds an additional expense of about $15 per guest.

The average wedding photography session will run you $2,600 ($1,200 to $4,000).

Videography adds another $2,100 ($1,500 to $2,700).

A wedding planner isn't a must-have, but in these crazy pandemic times, you may want to spring for an expert to help you navigate your choices. 

The average cost for a wedding planner in 2022 is $1,900 ($1,500 to $2,300).

An average wedding dress will run you $1,900 ($1,500 to $2,300). f you're buying a tuxedo or wedding suit, add around $400 to $1,000. 

Bridal hair and makeup costs of $400 is the average cost here ($200 to $600).

You may want music: $500 ($330 to $700) to set the mood for your ceremony. 

If you spring for a wedding DJ: $1,500 ($1,000 to $2,000), or even a live band: $5,000 ($3,000 to $7,000) for the reception.

The average wedding cake in 2022 costs $500 ($300 to $700).

A lot of factors go into this price, including size, ingredients, and how elaborate the cake is. Want a fancy multi-tiered affair with fondant and sugar flowers? Expect to pay more for the privilege.

While a bridal bouquet might cost you $160, all the flowers for a more traditional ceremony cost an average of $2,400 ($1,200 to $3,600). 

This price includes flowers for the wedding party, table arrangements, and delivery, and set-up of the festive blooms.

Your officiant will conduct the actual wedding ceremony, and will cost you around $350 ($200 to $500). 

Sometimes this isn't a set charge, but rather a fair donation to a house of worship or religious organization, if your officiant is a religious figure.

Transportation costs for a wedding might include limousine rentals or even a bus rental. 

The average cost for these is $1,500 ($1,000 to $2,000), but you should consider how long you'll need vehicles as well as what kind and what size to make the most out of this part of your budget.

If your venue doesn't offer the furniture and fixtures that you'll need for your ceremony and reception, you may need to rent them from an event rentals company. 

This costs an average of $750 ($500 to $1,000).  Add $300 for a tent for an outdoor wedding.

Pay attention to the little details that make the venue reflect the idea, feel and theme of your wedding as you would like it to be.

Those decorations come at an average cost of about $1,000.

 Whether you're opting for candy or keepsakes on your big day, you can expect to spend about $400. 

You may want to include guest entertainment, with "extras" like photo booths, fireworks or performers to give your guests a memorable evening.

Budget for about $1,000.

Your budget for this prewedding soirée is about $2,400. 

This is representative of all related 

expenses, including venue, invitations, catering and décor.