02/09/2026
During this month of love, we are sharing a timely reminder: love is priceless, but relationship milestones aren’t. For those in love and on a budget, here is an overview of key relationship costs:
💘 Date night reality check: The average American will spend about $2,279 on dates in a year.
💘 Ring talk: The average cost of an engagement ring in 2025 was about $5,000, with about 33% of Americans spending less than $3,000.
💘 Wedding budget ballpark: The average wedding costs about $33,000 in 2025, with the average cost-per-guest coming to $284.
💘Honeymoon spending: Over the past few years, the average cost of the honeymoon has lingered around $5,000, though the exact cost will depend on the destination and length of stay.
💘Home-buying costs: For many Americans, purchasing a home is a common step after tying the knot. In 2025, the median list price of a home was $405,967.
If you want to discuss an investment strategy to help support these milestones, call our office. We’ll help you make sure your financial picture can accommodate these events.
