A recent comparison shows the financial side of school milestones shifting significantly since 2019. A nationwide survey conducted by the SuperJob service involved three thousand respondents and highlights a clear rise in costs associated with organizing graduations. The data reveal that ninth grade celebrations now require more funding than before, while eleventh grade events see even larger budgets attached to them. This trend matters for families planning these pivotal moments and for school administrators budgeting for the upcoming year in North American contexts as well as in the Russian market described by the survey.
In practical terms, the average expenditure per ninth grade student for a ceremony and related activities sits around 10,500 rubles. The eleventh grade events, which often include more elaborate programs and larger groups, carry a higher average around 16,500 rubles per student. These figures reflect the growing expectations for celebrations that mark the transition from one stage of schooling to the next, with costs rising in tandem with the scale of the festivities and the services involved.
When the breakdown is examined more closely, the costume for a ninth grader typically represents a substantial portion of the total. On average, a ninth grade outfit costs about 13,500 rubles, while for an eleventh grader the figure climbs to roughly 17,000 rubles. For families organizing a girl’s attire, the price tag commonly lands around 13,000 rubles for ninth grade looks and about 16,500 rubles for eleventh grade ensembles. These numbers illustrate how clothing choices contribute noticeably to the overall cost structure of graduations, alongside venues, photography, and entertainment options.
Meanwhile, another set of consumer insights from an online health management service named Budu indicates a broader budgeting behavior among Russians. The study shows that more than a third of respondents are choosing to cut back on medical services, suggesting a cautious approach to discretionary spending that could carry over into how families allocate funds for school events or related celebrations. This broader financial lens helps explain why families weigh the costs of gowns, venues, and photos against other essential needs during graduation season.