For a wedding with 175 guests in the Columbus, the estimated total cost is around $53,844 - $65,810. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Columbus is approximately $342. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,844 - $65,810.
The average wedding cost in Columbus is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,844 - $65,810 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Columbus OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $329 - $402. 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 $339 - $415.
In Columbus OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,869 - $2,285. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,691 - $3,289 |
5.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$329 - $402 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$154 - $188 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$339 - $415 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,869 - $2,285 |
3.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Columbus is $640 - $782. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Columbus area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$640 - $782 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$640 - $782 |
1.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,666 - $2,036, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Columbus area is $1,152 - $1,408.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,666 - $2,036 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,152 - $1,408 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$514 - $628 |
1.0% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Columbus, you should budget approximately $21,965 - $26,847, which is about 40.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$21,965 - $26,847 |
40.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,606 - $4,408 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,899 - $8,433 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$8,965 - $10,957 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,495 - $3,049 |
4.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,617 - $5,643. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,617 - $5,643 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$524 - $640 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$239 - $293 |
0.4% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,392 - $1,702 |
2.6% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,080 - $1,320 |
2.0% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$1,382 - $1,689 |
2.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,508 - $1,843. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,508 - $1,843 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$191 - $233 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$172 - $210 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$301 - $367 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$186 - $228 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$169 - $207 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$131 - $160 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,034 - $1,264, which is about 1.9% 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 $652 - $796, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,755 - $7,033 |
10.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,069 - $4,973 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,034 - $1,264 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$652 - $796 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Columbus OH spend between $5,038 - $6,158 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Columbus with 175 guests spend between $3,170 - $3,874 on wedding photography, which is about 5.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,038 - $6,158 |
9.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$286 - $350 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$438 - $536 |
0.8% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$320 - $392 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$824 - $1,007 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,170 - $3,874 |
5.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Columbus is estimated to be $1,694 - $2,070. This service accounts for 3.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,694 - $2,070 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,694 - $2,070 |
3.1% |
