Wedding Industry Statistics: Trends in Average Cost of a Wedding

by Chris

in Wedding Industry Statistics

There are about 2.5 million weddings every year in the United States.

June is the most popular month for weddings, then August, followed by September and October.

The average budget for a wedding is new estimated to be $28,000+.

So… about $40 BILLION is spent on weddings every year in the U.S.

There are a few people around who believe this number is as high as $70 BILLION a year.

A couple will spend an average of $3,800 for their honeymoon.

99% of newly married couples will plan and take a honeymoon.

Couples are waiting longer to get married.

The average age of the first time bride is 26, the first time groom 28.

The average household income of a newly married couple is $55,000/annually.

More than 115,000 weddings are performed in Las Vegas every year!

More than 20,000 weddings are performed in Hawaii every year.

The average wedding has 175 guests (invited).

A recent study indicates 1/2 of all brides will use a wedding consultant or wedding day coordinator.

Destination weddings are becoming increasingly popular and have seen a 30% rise in the recent past.

For additional detail visit http://www.theweddingreport.com






If you’re not happy with the results you’re getting from your current website, or the results you’re getting from your Internet marketing, I can help. My clients read like a Who’s Who list of top ranked sites at Google and their websites turn the brides who visit into inquiries, phone calls, and sales. If you want to use the Internet more effectively and BOOK MORE WEDDINGS, drop me a line using the inquiry form below or call me at (866) 652-7791 x701.

I’ll follow-up promptly and look forward to the opportunity to speak with you.

Chris Jaeger
Marketing to Brides Online

Print Friendly

Previous post:

Next post: