We know that the price of a wedding is just as distinct as the wedding itself; a number determined by highly-personalized choices like hiring a planner, the guest count, venue, food and drink, décor, and much more, the cost of weddings vary significantly. For that reason, defining the exact average cost of a wedding in the U.S. is no easy task.
According to a report by CNN from June of 2023, the national average for wedding costs in 2023 is $29,000, with the number reaching $35,000 and over in some major cities. And while inflation is certainly a big factor in this hefty price tag, planners around the country note that this rising cost is also about the choices couples are making as they plan.
