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Here are Top 5 best U.S. cities to get married in 2025, according to WalletHub – Is your city on the list?

A new WalletHub study ranks the best and worst cities for weddings in 2025, revealing surprising choices outside of New York and California.

Planning a wedding in 2025? WalletHub ranks the best and worst U.S. cities to get married based on affordability, wedding services, and entertainment. Photo: Expat.com
Planning a wedding in 2025? WalletHub ranks the best and worst U.S. cities to get married based on affordability, wedding services, and entertainment. Photo: Expat.com

Choosing the perfect wedding destination is an important decision for couples planning to tie the knot. While many people assume Los Angeles or New York would be a great idea, a recent WalletHub study reveals the best cities for weddings in the United States for 2025.

The report found that these cities offer affordable wedding venues, a variety of event spaces, and plenty of entertainment for newlyweds and guest. The study analysed 182 cities, ranking them based on affordability, venue availability, infrastructure quality, and entertainment options.

Which are the Top 5 best U.S. cities to get married in 2025?

WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo emphasized the importance of choosing an affordable city for a wedding: "With weddings costing tens of thousands of dollars—and prices rising even more in recent years—it’s worth considering a city that is budget-friendly for both the hosts and their guests who need accommodations."

The study ranked Orlando, Florida, as the best city for weddings in the U.S., with a score of 80.26. This ranking was based on affordable costs, venue availability, and diverse recreational activities. Orlando is home to numerous hotels, gardens, and wedding venues, making it an attractive option for couples.

 Top 20 U.S. Cities to get married in 2025. Photo: Newsweek

Top 20 U.S. Cities to get married in 2025. Photo: Newsweek

Here are WalletHub’s top five cities for weddings in 2025:

  1. Orlando, Florida – 80.26 points
  2. Las Vegas, Nevada – 78.42 points
  3. Miami, Florida – 77.71 points
  4. Atlanta, Georgia – 73.66 points
  5. Tampa, Florida – 68.69 points

Florida dominates the rankings due to its competitive pricing and wide variety of wedding venues, while Las Vegas remains a top choice for its quick and easy marriage services and endless entertainment options for newlyweds.

These are the most expensive cities for weddings in the U.S.

The WalletHub study also identified the least favorable cities for weddings, considering high costs, limited venues, and fewer entertainment options.

Among the bottom-ranked cities were:

  1. Warwick, Rhode Island
  2. Juneau, Alaska
  3. Oxnard, California
  4. Bridgeport, Connecticut
  5. Pearl City, Hawaii

These locations scored poorly due to limited wedding venues, expensive services, and fewer attractions. Pearl City, Hawaii, ranked last due to its high costs for lodging, dining, and wedding services, making it one of the most expensive places to tie the knot.