For a wedding with 175 guests in the Covington KY, the estimated total cost is around $37,745 - $46,133. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Covington KY is approximately $240. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,745 - $46,133.
The average wedding cost in Covington KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,745 - $46,133 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Covington KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $209 - $255. 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 $224 - $274.
In Covington KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,241 - $1,517. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,769 - $2,162 |
4.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$209 - $255 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$224 - $274 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,241 - $1,517 |
3.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Covington KY is $622 - $760. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Covington KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$622 - $760 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$622 - $760 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Covington KY is $181 - $221. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,637 - $2,001, which is 4.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Covington KY area is $1,135 - $1,387.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,637 - $2,001 |
4.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,135 - $1,387 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$502 - $614 |
1.3% |
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 Covington KY, you should budget approximately $19,930 - $24,358, which is about 52.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,930 - $24,358 |
52.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,388 - $4,140 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,577 - $8,039 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,576 - $9,260 |
20.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,389 - $2,919 |
6.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,140 - $1,394. This accounts for roughly 3.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,140 - $1,394 |
3.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$497 - $607 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$222 - $272 |
0.6% |
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 $675 - $825.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$675 - $825 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$545 - $667 |
1.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $590 - $721. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$590 - $721 |
1.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$259 - $317 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$132 - $162 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $715 - $873, 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 $430 - $526, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,264 - $5,212 |
11.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,119 - $3,813 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$715 - $873 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$430 - $526 |
1.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Covington 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 $824 - $1,007.
| Other Events Cost |
$824 - $1,007 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$824 - $1,007 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$384 - $470 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Covington KY spend between $5,490 - $6,710 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Covington KY with 175 guests spend between $3,107 - $3,797 on wedding photography, which is about 8.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Covington KY is $2,383 - $2,913. This makes up a portion of your (6.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,490 - $6,710 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,107 - $3,797 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,383 - $2,913 |
6.3% |