Occasion data
What wedding guests actually give
The average wedding gift is $150, and it barely moves with the economy. Here is what The Knot's guest data shows about how much people give.
The numbers
Every figure, with the source named.
$150
Average wedding gift amount
The Knot's 2024 Guest Study found U.S. wedding guests spent an average of $150 on a wedding gift.
Source: The Knot (Vendor research), 2024 weddings. View source
$160
Gift for close family or wedding party
The Knot's 2024 Guest Study found guests spent an average of $160 on wedding gifts for close family and the wedding party.
Source: The Knot (Vendor research), 2024 weddings. View source
40%
Wedding guests giving cash
The Knot's 2024 Guest Study found 40% of wedding guests gave cash, with 50% giving a physical gift and 10% a gift card.
Source: The Knot (Vendor research), 2024 weddings. View source