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Wedding Budget Template 2026–2027

Enter your total budget and instantly see how to split it across every category. Edit actuals as you book vendors to track spending in real time.

Total Budget $30,000
Allocated $0
Remaining $30,000
Status On Track

0% spent

Budget Breakdown by Category

Ranges based on industry averages. Type your actual costs to track spending.

Average Wedding Cost by City

Costs vary dramatically by location. Here's what couples spend in the 10 most popular wedding cities.

New York City
$55,000 – $88,000
Avg $65,000
Los Angeles
$40,000 – $70,000
Avg $50,000
Chicago
$40,000 – $55,000
Avg $44,000
San Francisco
$45,000 – $72,000
Avg $55,000
Miami
$35,000 – $58,000
Avg $42,000
Dallas
$22,000 – $35,000
Avg $28,000
Boston
$38,000 – $60,000
Avg $45,000
Denver
$25,000 – $42,000
Avg $32,000
Nashville
$28,000 – $45,000
Avg $35,000
Austin
$24,000 – $38,000
Avg $30,000

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Common Wedding Budget Questions

How much does the average wedding cost in 2026?
The average US wedding costs between $30,000 and $35,000 in 2026. However, costs vary dramatically by location — from around $22,000 in cities like Dallas and Austin to $65,000+ in New York City and San Francisco. Guest count is the single biggest cost driver after location.
What's the biggest wedding expense?
The venue and rentals are typically the largest expense, accounting for 30–35% of your total budget. Catering and bar come in second at 25–30%. Together, these two categories make up more than half your wedding budget.
How much should I budget for wedding photography?
Plan to spend 10–15% of your total budget on photography and videography. For a $30,000 wedding, that's $3,000–$4,500. Great photos are the one thing couples consistently say they're glad they invested in.
How can I reduce my wedding costs?
The three biggest levers: (1) choose an off-peak date (Friday or Sunday, winter months), (2) reduce your guest count — every guest costs $150–$300, and (3) pick a venue that includes catering to avoid vendor stacking. Even small guest list reductions can save thousands.

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