With the average cost of a wedding close to $30,000, it makes sense that couples want to defray costs as much as possible. That’s where destination weddings come in.
Because many guests won’t travel to a destination wedding, you can easily save money with a smaller guest list. However, that only makes sense if you choose a cheaper locale.
So where should you get married if you want an inexpensive wedding? Read below for the best places to host a destination wedding on a budget. Here are 25 cheap places for a destination wedding, according to the personal finance site MoneyGeek
https://www.moneygeek.com/financial-planning/analysis/most-affordable-us-destination-weddings/
.1. Laughlin, Nevada
When you think about a cheap wedding, most people think about Vegas. However, getting married in Sin City can cost you more than $20,000. Instead, choose Laughlin, Nevada for your destination wedding. It will only cost you $8,660 on average.
2. De Queen, Arkansas
When you think about a prime spot for a destination wedding, Arkansas may not come to mind. The city of De Queen isn’t known for much. However, at least you’ll only spend $12,841 for your destination wedding.
3. Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Want to get married in the Smoky Mountains on a budget? Then consider Gatlinburg, Tennessee, a prime spot if you love natural beauty and want to be near Dollywood. The good news? A typical wedding here only costs $13,245 in Gatlinburg.
4. Niagara Falls, New York
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular places to get married, so you might be surprised to learn it’s also one of the most affordable. At $14,457, it won’t cost you much to have a wedding in front of one of the most stunning natural landmarks in the U.S.
5. Leesburg, Florida
Located just an hour outside of Orlando, Leesburg, Florida is the perfect destination wedding spot for a couple who wants to honeymoon at DisneyWorld. The happy couple will only spend about $14,500 to host the wedding.
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6. Foley, Alabama
Located near the Gulf Shore, Foley, Alabama, might be an affordable beach destination wedding for couples. The average cost of a wedding is only $14,763. It’s no wonder that more than 70% of weddings are for out-of-towners.
7. Eureka Springs, Arkansas
You might not think of Eureka Springs as a great spot for a destination wedding. But, you’d be wrong. Located in the Ozark Mountains, the average cost of a wedding is only $14,904, with 100% of weddings being held by out-of-town couples, according to MoneyGeek.
8. Paducah, Kentucky
Unless you’ve been to Paducah, you may not realize how beautiful Kentucky is. That’s why about 66% of all weddings are from out-of-town couples. As an added bonus, it only costs about $15,096 to get married there.
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9. Sevierville, Tennessee
Home to Dolly Parton, this Smoky Mountains town is an ideal destination if you want a secluded wedding. And it doesn’t hurt that weddings have an average ticket price of only $15,135. Not bad for a couple who are just starting out.
10. Mobile, Alabama
Located on the Gulf Coast, Mobile is another popular spot for couples who want a destination wedding. The typical cost of a wedding is about $15,000, with about 55% of weddings involving out-of-towners.
11. Anderson, Indiana
Located about 45 minutes away from Indianapolis, Anderson is one of the best getaways if you want an affordable Midwest wedding. The average cost of a wedding is $15,342, with more than 66% of weddings for non-locals.
12. Independence, Missouri
Home to former President Harry S. Truman, the city of Independence, Missouri is also a great place to get married. The average cost of a destination wedding is $17,627, and non-residents make up about 50% of all weddings.
13. Fayetteville, North Carolina
Home to Fort Liberty, the city of Fayetteville, North Carolina is a great spot for your destination wedding. The average wedding in this city costs $18,383, and about 53% of couples getting married live outside of Fayetteville.
14. Topeka, Kansas
As the capital of Kansas, there’s plenty to do in Topeka. One thing to try? Having a destination wedding here. The typical price for a wedding is about $18,000. More than 60% of all weddings feature non-locals.
15. Amarillo, Texas
There’s so much U.S. history in Amarillo, Texas. And it’s also a fairly inexpensive place to have a destination wedding, with an average price tag of $19,596. Exactly 60% of all weddings are hosted by non-residents.
16. Norfolk, Virginia
Norfolk is known for its Naval Station, but it’s also a nice spot for a destination wedding. The average cost of a wedding is $21,766, with non-residents making up about 51% of weddings.
17. Salt Lake City
When you think about destination weddings, Salt Lake City probably doesn’t come to mind. However, for outdoorsy couples, it’s a great spot. About 60% of weddings are held by non-residents, and the average wedding costs $22,014. That’s just enough for the couple to go skiing after the happy day.
18. Port St. Lucie, Florida
Located near Palm Beach, Port St. Lucie is right on the water. If you want a beachy-type wedding, you’ll only have to pay around $22,881. Almost exactly half of all weddings are from out-of-towners.
19. Las Vegas
It sounds kitschy to think about getting married in Las Vegas. However, it’s popular for a reason. Not only can you have a great wedding there, but it’s a perfect honeymoon spot as well. Plus, there are plenty of free and cheap things to do in Vegas. Maybe that’s why more than 70% of Vegas weddings are from vacationers. The typical wedding in Las Vegas costs about $23,000.
20. St. Petersburg, Florida
St. Petersburg is on the water and features attractions like the Salvador Dali Museum. The typical wedding costs about $24,000 — so it’s not a complete surprise that more than 52% of all weddings come from out-of-town couples.
21. Reno, Nevada
Some people see Reno as Las Vegas’ ugly step sister. But if you’re looking for a destination wedding on a budget, it’s not a bad spot. A typical wedding costs about $25,000 and about 54% of weddings are from non-locals.
22. Henderson, Nevada
Located a little less than 30 minutes outside of Las Vegas, Henderson offers couples weddings with an average cost of $28,019. Almost 75% of all weddings here are from non-Henderson residents.
23. Honolulu
Honolulu doesn’t seem like it would be an affordable destination wedding spot. But at $30,792, you could have a picturesque wedding for no more than the cost of an average wedding. No surprise that almost 54% of all weddings are non-locals.
24. Surprise, Arizona
Home to spring training for the Kansas City Royals and the Texas Rangers, Surprise, Arizona is also known for fairly affordable destination weddings. The average cost of a wedding is $32,788, with a little more than 52% of weddings being hosted by out-of-town couples.
25. Boston
If you’ve always dreamed of having a destination wedding in a city full of history, then Boston might be the perfect choice. It’s not the cheapest at $34,811, but you’ll get a lot of bang for your buck. And keep in mind, a wedding held in New York City will cost you around $63,000. Maybe that’s why more than 55% of weddings here are from out-of-state couples.
