How to Use the Family Event Budget Calculator
Wedding gifts, baby shower gifts, and sympathy gifts for funerals don't come on a predictable monthly schedule, but added up over a year they can be a real expense. Enter how many weddings, baby showers, and funerals you expect to attend this year, and this calculator applies typical gift amounts (wedding $150, baby shower $50, funeral/sympathy $75) to estimate your total annual gift budget and how much to set aside each month.
These events tend to come up with little warning, so paying for them out of pocket in the moment can strain your budget. Setting aside a small amount each month ahead of time makes it much easier to cover these costs without scrambling for cash.
Typical gift amounts vary by region, relationship closeness, and personal circumstances, so treat these numbers as a starting point rather than a strict rule.
Frequently Asked Questions
They reflect commonly cited average gift amounts in the US. Your actual gifts may be higher or lower depending on how close you are to the person.
This calculator covers three major life events. If you expect many other gift-giving occasions, add a buffer on top of the calculated amount.