For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chattanooga TN, the estimated total cost is around $27,170 - $33,208. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chattanooga TN is approximately $242. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $27,170 - $33,208.
The average wedding cost in Chattanooga TN is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $27,170 - $33,208 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Nashville TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $167 - $205. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $180 - $220.
In Nashville TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $986 - $1,206. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,411 - $1,725 |
5.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$167 - $205 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$77 - $95 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$180 - $220 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$986 - $1,206 |
3.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chattanooga TN is $431 - $527. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chattanooga TN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$431 - $527 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$431 - $527 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chattanooga TN is $208 - $254. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$208 - $254 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$70 - $86 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,113 - $2,583, which is 7.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chattanooga TN area is $901 - $1,101.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,113 - $2,583 |
7.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$901 - $1,101 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$400 - $488 |
1.5% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$813 - $993 |
3.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Chattanooga TN, you should budget approximately $14,584 - $17,824, which is about 53.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,584 - $17,824 |
53.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,398 - $2,930 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,622 - $5,650 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,856 - $7,158 |
21.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,707 - $2,087 |
6.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,748 - $2,136. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,748 - $2,136 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$386 - $472 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$176 - $215 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$300 - $366 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$541 - $661 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$346 - $422 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $719 - $879.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$719 - $879 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$128 - $156 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$389 - $475 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$203 - $248 |
0.7% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $594 - $726, 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 $360 - $440, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$954 - $1,166 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$594 - $726 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$360 - $440 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Nashville TN spend between $3,605 - $4,406 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chattanooga TN with 125 guests spend between $2,048 - $2,503 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chattanooga TN is $1,557 - $1,903. This makes up a portion of your (5.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,605 - $4,406 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,048 - $2,503 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,557 - $1,903 |
5.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chattanooga TN is estimated to be $1,398 - $1,708. This service accounts for 5.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,398 - $1,708 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,398 - $1,708 |
5.1% |