How Much Does Wedding Invitations Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Wedding Invitations Include?
Wedding invitations set the tone for your event and typically include the invitation itself, RSVP cards, envelopes, and sometimes additional inserts like reception cards, maps, or accommodation information. Costs depend on printing method, paper quality, and customization.
The national average cost for wedding invitations is $600 per set. Most homeowners pay between $200 and $2,000, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Printing Method
Digital printing: $1-$3/invite. Letterpress: $4-$10/invite. Foil stamping: $4-$12/invite. Engraving: $5-$15/invite
Quantity
50 invitations: $150-$600. 100: $200-$1,000. 200: $400-$2,000. Bulk discounts at higher quantities
Extras
Belly bands: $0.50-$2 each. Wax seals: $1-$3 each. Calligraphy addressing: $2-$5 each. Custom illustration: $200-$500
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Quantity (guest count)
- ✓Printing method
- ✓Paper quality and weight
- ✓Number of inserts
- ✓Customization and design
- ✓Addressing and calligraphy
- ✓Postage costs
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Digital invitations (Paperless Post, Zola) cost $0-$200 and are increasingly accepted
- 2.Online printers (Minted, Shutterfly, Vista Print) cost 50-70% less than local stationery shops
- 3.Order fewer invitations — couples get one per household, not per person (usually 60-70% of guest count)
- 4.Skip the inner envelope — it's an outdated tradition that doubles envelope costs
📈 Wedding Invitations Cost Trends (2020–2024)
Prices have increased +17.6% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $510 | — |
| 2021 | $531 | +4.1% |
| 2022 | $565 | +6.4% |
| 2023 | $581 | +2.8% |
| 2024 | $600 | +3.3% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Wedding Invitations 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 | $164 | $492 | $1,640 |
| Alaska | $256 | $768 | $2,560 |
| Arizona | $190 | $570 | $1,900 |
| Arkansas | $160 | $480 | $1,600 |
| California | $270 | $810 | $2,700 |
| Colorado | $216 | $648 | $2,160 |
| Connecticut | $244 | $732 | $2,440 |
| Delaware | $210 | $630 | $2,100 |
| Florida | $196 | $588 | $1,960 |
| Georgia | $180 | $540 | $1,800 |
| Hawaii | $284 | $852 | $2,840 |
| Idaho | $184 | $552 | $1,840 |
| Illinois | $210 | $630 | $2,100 |
| Indiana | $176 | $528 | $1,760 |
| Iowa | $172 | $516 | $1,720 |
| Kansas | $170 | $510 | $1,700 |
| Kentucky | $168 | $504 | $1,680 |
| Louisiana | $174 | $522 | $1,740 |
| Maine | $204 | $612 | $2,040 |
| Maryland | $230 | $690 | $2,300 |
| Massachusetts | $260 | $780 | $2,600 |
| Michigan | $184 | $552 | $1,840 |
| Minnesota | $204 | $612 | $2,040 |
| Mississippi | $156 | $468 | $1,560 |
| Missouri | $174 | $522 | $1,740 |
| Montana | $190 | $570 | $1,900 |
| Nebraska | $176 | $528 | $1,760 |
| Nevada | $204 | $612 | $2,040 |
| New Hampshire | $224 | $672 | $2,240 |
| New Jersey | $250 | $750 | $2,500 |
| New Mexico | $180 | $540 | $1,800 |
| New York | $264 | $792 | $2,640 |
| North Carolina | $180 | $540 | $1,800 |
| North Dakota | $180 | $540 | $1,800 |
| Ohio | $180 | $540 | $1,800 |
| Oklahoma | $166 | $498 | $1,660 |
| Oregon | $220 | $660 | $2,200 |
| Pennsylvania | $204 | $612 | $2,040 |
| Rhode Island | $230 | $690 | $2,300 |
| South Carolina | $174 | $522 | $1,740 |
| South Dakota | $170 | $510 | $1,700 |
| Tennessee | $172 | $516 | $1,720 |
| Texas | $186 | $558 | $1,860 |
| Utah | $190 | $570 | $1,900 |
| Vermont | $216 | $648 | $2,160 |
| Virginia | $210 | $630 | $2,100 |
| Washington | $230 | $690 | $2,300 |
| West Virginia | $160 | $480 | $1,600 |
| Wisconsin | $188 | $564 | $1,880 |
| Wyoming | $184 | $552 | $1,840 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When should wedding invitations be sent?
Mail invitations 6-8 weeks before the wedding. For destination weddings, send 8-12 weeks ahead. Save-the-dates should go out 6-12 months before. Set RSVP deadlines 2-3 weeks before the wedding to finalize vendor counts.
How many wedding invitations do I need?
Order invitations for about 60-70% of your guest count — couples and families sharing an address receive one invitation. For 150 guests, you'll need roughly 90-100 invitations. Order 10-15% extra for mistakes, keepsakes, and last-minute additions.
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