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Wedding Guest Count Calculator: How Many Guests Will Come?
As a rule of thumb, about 85% of local guests come, about 55% of guests who must travel, and about 35% for a destination wedding. If you invite 80 local and 40 out-of-town guests, plan for about 90 people.
How does the wedding guest count calculator work?
The calculator multiplies each group by its rule-of-thumb share, then adds 5% so you do not run short on seats and food. Your numbers will shift with the season, the day of the week and how close your guests are to you, so use your RSVPs as soon as they arrive.
Questions people ask
What percentage of wedding guests actually come?
Planners often quote 75 to 85% of everyone invited. It runs higher for local guests and lower when guests must travel.
When should you send wedding invitations?
Six to eight weeks before the wedding is typical, and earlier for destination weddings. Set the RSVP date 3 to 4 weeks ahead so the caterer has time for the final count.
Should you invite more people to reach your number?
You can, but only if you could host everyone if they all said yes. A short A list and a B list you invite as early regrets arrive is a safer way to fill seats.