Wedding Costs Soar: Guests to Spend $774 in Northeast.

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Wedding Costs Soar: Guests to Spend $774 in Northeast.
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The average cost of a wedding in the US has risen to $29,000 in 2023, up $1,000 from 2022, due to inflation and high demand for wedding-related goods and services. New York City tops the list of the most expensive cities to have a wedding, with an average cost of $43,536. The trend for customized weddings is driving up prices, with underwater weddings being a popular choice. However, some couples are opting for more intimate ceremonies, with 39% trimming their guest list. 33% of couples are contributing to their wedding budgets, while 16% are paying for the wedding completely on their own.

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