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The average wedding cost in the United States is $26,444. Couples typically spend between $19,833 and $33,055 but, most couples spend less than $10,000. This does not include cost for a honeymoon. Understanding wedding cost now can help you with your wedding budget later.
In 2012, 26% of respondents said the economy had affected their budget, down from 29% in 2011 and 34% in 2009. Many couples provided a variety of wedding extras that pushed average per-guest spending higher by almost $10 per person to $204. More than a quarter of all weddings included shuttles or buses to transport guests to the ceremony and reception.