How Much Does Wedding Venue Cost?
Updated for 2024 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Wedding Venue Include?
The wedding venue is typically the largest single expense. Costs vary by location type, guest capacity, day of week, season, and what's included (catering, rentals, coordination).
The national average cost for wedding venue is $7,500 per event. Most homeowners pay between $3,000 and $15,000, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Venue Type
Backyard/park: $500-$3K. Restaurant: $3K-$8K. Banquet hall: $5K-$12K. Resort/estate: $10K-$25K+
Guest Count
50 guests: $2K-$6K. 100 guests: $5K-$12K. 200 guests: $8K-$20K+
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Location type
- ✓Guest count
- ✓Day of week
- ✓Season
- ✓Included services
- ✓Hours of access
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Friday or Sunday weddings can save 30-50%
- 2.Off-season (November-March) offers the best rates
- 3.All-inclusive venues can save money vs booking separately
- 4.Consider non-traditional venues like parks, restaurants, or barns
Wedding Venue 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 | $2,460 | $6,150 | $12,300 |
| Alaska | $3,840 | $9,600 | $19,200 |
| Arizona | $2,850 | $7,125 | $14,250 |
| Arkansas | $2,400 | $6,000 | $12,000 |
| California | $4,050 | $10,125 | $20,250 |
| Colorado | $3,240 | $8,100 | $16,200 |
| Connecticut | $3,660 | $9,150 | $18,300 |
| Delaware | $3,150 | $7,875 | $15,750 |
| Florida | $2,940 | $7,350 | $14,700 |
| Georgia | $2,700 | $6,750 | $13,500 |
| Hawaii | $4,260 | $10,650 | $21,300 |
| Idaho | $2,760 | $6,900 | $13,800 |
| Illinois | $3,150 | $7,875 | $15,750 |
| Indiana | $2,640 | $6,600 | $13,200 |
| Iowa | $2,580 | $6,450 | $12,900 |
| Kansas | $2,550 | $6,375 | $12,750 |
| Kentucky | $2,520 | $6,300 | $12,600 |
| Louisiana | $2,610 | $6,525 | $13,050 |
| Maine | $3,060 | $7,650 | $15,300 |
| Maryland | $3,450 | $8,625 | $17,250 |
| Massachusetts | $3,900 | $9,750 | $19,500 |
| Michigan | $2,760 | $6,900 | $13,800 |
| Minnesota | $3,060 | $7,650 | $15,300 |
| Mississippi | $2,340 | $5,850 | $11,700 |
| Missouri | $2,610 | $6,525 | $13,050 |
| Montana | $2,850 | $7,125 | $14,250 |
| Nebraska | $2,640 | $6,600 | $13,200 |
| Nevada | $3,060 | $7,650 | $15,300 |
| New Hampshire | $3,360 | $8,400 | $16,800 |
| New Jersey | $3,750 | $9,375 | $18,750 |
| New Mexico | $2,700 | $6,750 | $13,500 |
| New York | $3,960 | $9,900 | $19,800 |
| North Carolina | $2,700 | $6,750 | $13,500 |
| North Dakota | $2,700 | $6,750 | $13,500 |
| Ohio | $2,700 | $6,750 | $13,500 |
| Oklahoma | $2,490 | $6,225 | $12,450 |
| Oregon | $3,300 | $8,250 | $16,500 |
| Pennsylvania | $3,060 | $7,650 | $15,300 |
| Rhode Island | $3,450 | $8,625 | $17,250 |
| South Carolina | $2,610 | $6,525 | $13,050 |
| South Dakota | $2,550 | $6,375 | $12,750 |
| Tennessee | $2,580 | $6,450 | $12,900 |
| Texas | $2,790 | $6,975 | $13,950 |
| Utah | $2,850 | $7,125 | $14,250 |
| Vermont | $3,240 | $8,100 | $16,200 |
| Virginia | $3,150 | $7,875 | $15,750 |
| Washington | $3,450 | $8,625 | $17,250 |
| West Virginia | $2,400 | $6,000 | $12,000 |
| Wisconsin | $2,820 | $7,050 | $14,100 |
| Wyoming | $2,760 | $6,900 | $13,800 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How early should I book a venue?
For popular venues and dates: 12-18 months ahead. Off-season or less popular venues: 6-12 months.