Between cost per guest and the variety of expenses, the budget for a wedding remains high. Here are the key benchmarks to better understand, anticipate, and finance this event.
Estimating a wedding budget can seem complex, but one indicator provides a useful starting point: the cost per guest.
Today, it is estimated at an average of €150 per guest for a wedding, compared to €118 for a civil partnership (PACS) according to Sofinscope.
This benchmark helps quickly visualize the total budget. The more guests there are, the higher the expenses, especially for catering and the venue.
A wedding budget is built around several key categories that account for most of the costs:
Each choice directly impacts the overall budget and can significantly affect the final cost.
The budget mainly evolves based on three factors: the number of guests, the level of services, and the selected options.
Each additional guest increases costs, while certain services can quickly drive the total higher.
Faced with these costs, people in France use several solutions to finance their wedding:
Installment payments stand out in particular: 33% of people consider using them, compared to 18% for loans.
They make it possible to spread expenses over time, preserve savings, and maintain financial flexibility.
Anticipating expenses helps you stay in control and avoid overspending.
Some best practices include: