How Much Does Wedding DJ Cost?
Updated for 2024 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Wedding DJ Include?
A wedding DJ provides music for the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and dancing. Most packages include a sound system, microphone for toasts, lighting, and MC services.
The national average cost for wedding dj is $1,200 per event. Most homeowners pay between $500 and $2,500, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Experience
New DJ: $500-$800. Experienced: $800-$1,500. Premium: $1,500-$3,000
Add-ons
Uplighting: $300-$800. Photo booth: $400-$1,000. Extra hours: $100-$200/hr
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Hours of service
- ✓Equipment provided
- ✓DJ experience
- ✓Additional lighting
- ✓MC services
- ✓Location
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Book a DJ over a live band — bands cost 3-5x more
- 2.Ask about off-season or weekday discounts
- 3.Skip elaborate uplighting to save $300-$800
- 4.New DJs with good reviews charge less than established ones
Wedding DJ Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $410 | $984 | $2,050 |
| Alaska | $640 | $1,536 | $3,200 |
| Arizona | $475 | $1,140 | $2,375 |
| Arkansas | $400 | $960 | $2,000 |
| California | $675 | $1,620 | $3,375 |
| Colorado | $540 | $1,296 | $2,700 |
| Connecticut | $610 | $1,464 | $3,050 |
| Delaware | $525 | $1,260 | $2,625 |
| Florida | $490 | $1,176 | $2,450 |
| Georgia | $450 | $1,080 | $2,250 |
| Hawaii | $710 | $1,704 | $3,550 |
| Idaho | $460 | $1,104 | $2,300 |
| Illinois | $525 | $1,260 | $2,625 |
| Indiana | $440 | $1,056 | $2,200 |
| Iowa | $430 | $1,032 | $2,150 |
| Kansas | $425 | $1,020 | $2,125 |
| Kentucky | $420 | $1,008 | $2,100 |
| Louisiana | $435 | $1,044 | $2,175 |
| Maine | $510 | $1,224 | $2,550 |
| Maryland | $575 | $1,380 | $2,875 |
| Massachusetts | $650 | $1,560 | $3,250 |
| Michigan | $460 | $1,104 | $2,300 |
| Minnesota | $510 | $1,224 | $2,550 |
| Mississippi | $390 | $936 | $1,950 |
| Missouri | $435 | $1,044 | $2,175 |
| Montana | $475 | $1,140 | $2,375 |
| Nebraska | $440 | $1,056 | $2,200 |
| Nevada | $510 | $1,224 | $2,550 |
| New Hampshire | $560 | $1,344 | $2,800 |
| New Jersey | $625 | $1,500 | $3,125 |
| New Mexico | $450 | $1,080 | $2,250 |
| New York | $660 | $1,584 | $3,300 |
| North Carolina | $450 | $1,080 | $2,250 |
| North Dakota | $450 | $1,080 | $2,250 |
| Ohio | $450 | $1,080 | $2,250 |
| Oklahoma | $415 | $996 | $2,075 |
| Oregon | $550 | $1,320 | $2,750 |
| Pennsylvania | $510 | $1,224 | $2,550 |
| Rhode Island | $575 | $1,380 | $2,875 |
| South Carolina | $435 | $1,044 | $2,175 |
| South Dakota | $425 | $1,020 | $2,125 |
| Tennessee | $430 | $1,032 | $2,150 |
| Texas | $465 | $1,116 | $2,325 |
| Utah | $475 | $1,140 | $2,375 |
| Vermont | $540 | $1,296 | $2,700 |
| Virginia | $525 | $1,260 | $2,625 |
| Washington | $575 | $1,380 | $2,875 |
| West Virginia | $400 | $960 | $2,000 |
| Wisconsin | $470 | $1,128 | $2,350 |
| Wyoming | $460 | $1,104 | $2,300 |
Frequently Asked Questions
DJ or live band for a wedding?
DJs offer more song variety at 1/3 the cost. Bands provide unique energy and entertainment. Many couples choose a DJ for budget and flexibility.