Special Report
The Cost of a Wedding in Every State
July 24, 2019 4:34 pm
Last Updated: February 17, 2020 2:03 pm
Source: Weekend Images Inc. / Getty Images
5. New York
> Avg. wedding cost: $34,315
> Number of weddings in 2018: 137,843 (4th most)
> Avg. dress cost: $1,530 (3rd highest)
> Avg. ring cost: $4,091 (3rd highest)
> Median household income: $64,894 (5th highest)
See all stories featuring: New York
Source: BlueHorse_pl / Getty Images
4. Connecticut
> Avg. wedding cost: $35,702
> Number of weddings in 2018: 18,561 (17th fewest)
> Avg. dress cost: $1,412 (8th highest)
> Avg. ring cost: $3,778 (7th highest)
> Median household income: $74,168 (4th highest)
See all stories featuring: Connecticut
Source: capecodphoto / Getty Images
3. Massachusetts
> Avg. wedding cost: $35,966
> Number of weddings in 2018: 36,606 (21st most)
> Avg. dress cost: $1,424 (6th highest – tied)
> Avg. ring cost: $3,812 (6th highest)
> Median household income: $77,385 (3rd highest)
See all stories featuring: Massachusetts
Source: gilltrejos / Getty Images
2. New Jersey
> Avg. wedding cost: $36,943
> Number of weddings in 2018: 47,802 (14th most)
> Avg. dress cost: $1,558 (2nd highest)
> Avg. ring cost: $4,167 (the highest)
> Median household income: $80,088 (2nd highest)
See all stories featuring: New Jersey
Source: jhorrocks / Getty Images
1. Hawaii
> Avg. wedding cost: $37,827
> Number of weddings in 2018: 22,857 (19th fewest)
> Avg. dress cost: $1,667 (the highest)
> Avg. ring cost: $4,083 (4th highest)
> Median household income: $77,765 (the highest)
See all stories featuring: Hawaii
Sponsored: Tips for Investing
A financial advisor can help you understand the advantages and disadvantages of investment properties. Finding a qualified financial advisor doesn’t have to be hard. SmartAsset’s free tool matches you with up to three financial advisors who serve your area, and you can interview your advisor matches at no cost to decide which one is right for you. If you’re ready to find an advisor who can help you achieve your financial goals, get started now.
Investing in real estate can diversify your portfolio. But expanding your horizons may add additional costs. If you’re an investor looking to minimize expenses, consider checking out online brokerages. They often offer low investment fees, helping you maximize your profit.
Editors' Picks
