For a wedding with 175 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $40,175 - $49,103. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Louisville KY is approximately $255. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,175 - $49,103.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,175 - $49,103 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $282 - $344. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $300 - $366.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,688 - $2,064. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,395 - $2,927 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$282 - $344 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$300 - $366 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,688 - $2,064 |
4.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Louisville KY is $643 - $785. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Louisville KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$643 - $785 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$643 - $785 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $222 - $272. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$222 - $272 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,428 - $1,746, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $998 - $1,220.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,428 - $1,746 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$998 - $1,220 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$430 - $526 |
1.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Louisville KY, you should budget approximately $18,679 - $22,829, which is about 46.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,679 - $22,829 |
46.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,281 - $4,010 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,381 - $7,799 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,692 - $8,179 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,326 - $2,842 |
5.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,083 - $3,769. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,083 - $3,769 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$499 - $609 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$222 - $272 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$622 - $760 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$810 - $990 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$501 - $613 |
1.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,036 - $1,266.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,036 - $1,266 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$533 - $651 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$274 - $334 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $841 - $1,027. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$841 - $1,027 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$155 - $189 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $904 - $1,104, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $538 - $658, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,041 - $7,383 |
15.0% |
|
Bracelet
|
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$184 - $224 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,975 - $4,859 |
9.9% |
|
Necklace
|
$243 - $297 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$904 - $1,104 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$538 - $658 |
1.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Louisville KY area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $764 - $934.
| Other Events Cost |
$764 - $934 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$764 - $934 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$387 - $473 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $3,396 - $4,150 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 175 guests spend between $2,258 - $2,760 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,396 - $4,150 |
8.5% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$270 - $330 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$357 - $437 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$510 - $624 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,258 - $2,760 |
5.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,021 - $1,247.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,021 - $1,247 |
2.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,021 - $1,247 |
2.5% |