Statistics
There are so many things to think about when hiring a DJ for any kind of event. We thought we would put together a page that is dedicated to providing some helpful information and guides for you to look at.
Wedding Statistics
- Brides-to-be placed entertainment 9th(before their wedding) on a list of priorities when planning a wedding reception.
- After the wedding 75% of brides placed entertainment 1st or 2nd on a list of priorities.
- 82% of guests remember the entertainment most about the wedding.
- Traditionally entertainment is 4% - 8% of the budget, but accounts for 80% of the success of the event.
- 84% of brides that chose a band regretted the decision and wished they had chosen a DJ.
- 95% of brides polled after their reception regretted choosing a budget DJ or a family friend and wish they had hired an experienced, professional DJ.
*The above statistics were published in Bride & Groom Magazine in 2003. Sources include: simmons, 2001; USA Today 2002; National Bridal Service, 2001; The Knot, 2002; Brides Magazine, 2001.
Here is another interesting statistics
Entertainment is 4% - 8% of your wedding budget, but TWICE as many guests will remember your entertainment more than anything else!
Source: Modern Bride Magazine
Cost of weddings have gone up in price over the years. We have listed total wedding costs and what the average cost of a DJ is national courtesy of Wedding Report.
Year |
Total Spending |
2007 |
$28,838 |
2008 |
$28,800 |
2009 |
$29,710 |
| 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 |
| $730 | $702 | $724 | $747 | $770 |
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