Planning - Statistics and facts about weddings

Unsure if you're going overboard with your wedding plans? Here are some statistics for comparison to see if you are overdoing your big day.

Demographics

• The average age of a groom is 31 in 2003
• The average age of a bride is 29 in 2003
• 57% of wedding ceremonies in Australia in 2003 are civil ceremonies

When?

• The most popular months for weddings in Australia are March and November
• The most unpopular months for weddings in Australia are June and July

How much?

• The average cost of a wedding in Australia is $39,114
• On average, a couple pays for 75% of the wedding cost while their parents supplement the other 25%
• The average price of an engagement ring bought by Australian couples is $4,461
• 22% of couples spend more than $6000 on their engagement ring
• The average price spent by an Australian bride on her gown is $1,940
• On the wedding day, the Australian bride spends on average $466 on hair and makeup
• On average, Australian couples spend $6,106 on their honeymoons

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Reception details.

• The average number of bridesmaids at a wedding is 4
• The average number of guests at a wedding reception is 189
• Majority of brides plan their weddings 7 to 12 months before the date