2009 Wedding Budget Survey Results from The Knot

In 2009, $28,385 was the average wedding budget in the US (not including the honeymoon) reflecting less than a 5% decrease from 2008.

“As the economy continues to affect consumer spending, brides remain committed to planning a memorable event and are thoughtfully cutting back,” said Carley Roney, editor in chief of The Knot Inc. “Approximately one third of brides who had a wedding in 2009 said that the economy had impacted their overall wedding plans.”

Category and Average Spend 2009 *
Reception Venue - $12,838
Reception Band - $3,288
Reception DJ - $892
Photographer - $2,444
Videographer - $1,481
Wedding/Event Planner - $1,728
Wedding Gown - $1,134
Florist/Decor - $2,093
Invitations - $509
Wedding Cake - $559
Ceremony Musicians - $451
Catering (cost per head) - $63
Wedding Day Transportation - $692
Favors - $292
Rehearsal Dinner - $1,163
Engagement Ring - $5,847

*Respondents who hired professional vendor, purchased items, or had them professionally made

For more information and the complete press release visit: http://www.marketwatch.com/story/the-knot-unveils-2009-real-weddings-survey-results-2010-02-17

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