For a wedding with 400 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $82,734 - $101,120. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $230. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $82,734 - $101,120.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $82,734 - $101,120 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In United States, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $266 - $326. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $275 - $337.
In United States, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,514 - $1,850. This represents about 1.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,180 - $2,664 |
2.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$266 - $326 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$275 - $337 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,514 - $1,850 |
1.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in United States is $1,905 - $2,329. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the United States area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,905 - $2,329 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,905 - $2,329 |
2.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in United States is $230 - $282. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$230 - $282 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,382 - $1,689, which is 1.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the United States area is $955 - $1,167.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,382 - $1,689 |
1.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$955 - $1,167 |
1.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$427 - $521 |
0.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in United States, you should budget approximately $48,958 - $59,838, which is about 59.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$48,958 - $59,838 |
59.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,174 - $13,657 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,375 - $26,125 |
25.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,681 - $10,610 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,729 - $9,447 |
9.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,959 - $10,949. This accounts for roughly 10.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,959 - $10,949 |
10.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$433 - $529 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$199 - $243 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$973 - $1,189 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$4,143 - $5,063 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$3,211 - $3,925 |
3.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,263 - $2,765.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,263 - $2,765 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$123 - $151 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$170 - $208 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,969 - $2,407 |
2.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,423 - $4,183. This is approximately 4.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,423 - $4,183 |
4.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$548 - $670 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$254 - $310 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$860 - $1,052 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$509 - $623 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$486 - $594 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$375 - $459 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$390 - $476 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $841 - $1,027, which is about 1.0% 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 $530 - $648, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,002 - $2,446 |
2.4% |
|
Bracelet
|
$194 - $237 |
0.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$193 - $235 |
0.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$245 - $299 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$841 - $1,027 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$530 - $648 |
0.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the United States area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $707 - $865.
| Other Events Cost |
$707 - $865 |
0.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$707 - $865 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in United States spend between $4,667 - $5,705 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in United States with 400 guests spend between $2,210 - $2,701 on wedding photography, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in United States is $1,687 - $2,061. This makes up a portion of your (2.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,667 - $5,705 |
5.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$363 - $443 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$409 - $499 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,210 - $2,701 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,687 - $2,061 |
2.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in United States is estimated to be $1,405 - $1,717. This service accounts for 1.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,405 - $1,717 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,405 - $1,717 |
1.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,414 - $5,394.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,414 - $5,394 |
5.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$499 - $609 |
0.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,915 - $4,785 |
4.7% |