How Much Should be Paid for a Wedding Planner?

Wedding Planners can help brides get through all the finer details of their wedding.

A Percentage of the Total Budget

Wedding planners offer a wide variety of services, which may include wedding day only or planning assistance from start to finish. If you are using a wedding planner for the entire planning, it is common to pay a percentage of the total budget. This amount is typically 10 to 15 percent of the budget. In these situations, the wedding planner will arrange all or most of the wedding plans.

Hourly Rate

You can also hire a wedding planner by the hour or at a flat rate for a specific package. According to Payscale.com, the national average for wedding planners is $9.74 to $21.72 per hour.

Bottom Line

Choosing a wedding planner that works at an hourly rate will allow you to control how much the wedding planner does and how much you spend. Paying the planner a percentage of the total budget may be worth it if you intend to be completely hands off or if you do not live in the area where the wedding is going to be. Otherwise, it is likely more cost effective to pay by the hour.

References

• Wedalert: Wedding Consultants
• Frugal Bride: Wedding Coordinator Tips
• Payscale: Wedding Consultants

Resources

• All Wedding: Wedding Coordinators and Consultants