Events & Creative, Pennsylvania
DJ cost in Philadelphia, PA
A typical DJ figure in Philadelphia is about $864 per event, about 8% above the national figure of $800.
Typical cost
Typical in Philadelphia
$864
per event
Fair price range: $432 to $1,730
- On the low end
- $432
- On the high end
- $1,730
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Philadelphia. Not a quote.
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How prices have moved
Up 3.1%past year
Up 23.9%over five years
What moves the price
- Hours
- Emcee
- Lighting
- Gear
- Travel
Ways to pay less
- Book 4 hours not 6
- Skip uplighting
- Provide your own playlist backup
- Ask about overtime
- Use a newer DJ for casual events
DJ in similar cities
| Place | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | $864 | $432 to $1,730 |
| National typical | $800 | $400 to $1,600 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $760 | $380 to $1,520 |
| Allentown, PA | $752 | $376 to $1,505 |
| Erie, PA | $688 | $344 to $1,375 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $864 | $432 to $1,730 |
| Everett, WA | $864 | $432 to $1,730 |
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Questions people ask
DJ in Philadelphia: what does it cost?
In Philadelphia, PA, DJ typically costs about $864 per event, with most prices between $432 and $1,730.
Why is Philadelphia higher than the national price?
Prices in Philadelphia run about 8% above the national average. This estimate scales the national figure by that difference in local cost of living.
Is this a quote?
No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.