For a wedding with 38 guests in the Grand Rapids MI, the estimated total cost is around $17,354 - $21,210. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Grand Rapids MI is approximately $507. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $17,354 - $21,210.
The average wedding cost in Grand Rapids MI is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $17,354 - $21,210 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Allendale MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $218 - $266. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
In Allendale MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,282 - $1,566. This represents about 7.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,600 - $1,956 |
9.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$218 - $266 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$101 - $123 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,282 - $1,566 |
7.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Grand Rapids MI is $118 - $144. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Grand Rapids MI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$118 - $144 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$118 - $144 |
0.7% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,043 - $1,275, which is 6.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Grand Rapids MI area is $1,043 - $1,275.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,043 - $1,275 |
6.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,043 - $1,275 |
6.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Grand Rapids MI, you should budget approximately $5,066 - $6,192, which is about 29.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,066 - $6,192 |
29.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$628 - $768 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,211 - $1,480 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,780 - $3,398 |
16.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$447 - $547 |
2.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $896 - $1,095. This accounts for roughly 5.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$896 - $1,095 |
5.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$457 - $559 |
2.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$208 - $254 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$149 - $182 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $158 - $193. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$158 - $193 |
0.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$34 - $42 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$51 - $63 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $739 - $903, which is about 4.3% 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 $448 - $548, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,395 - $5,371 |
25.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,208 - $3,920 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$739 - $903 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$448 - $548 |
2.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$380 - $464 |
2.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Allendale MI spend between $3,130 - $3,826 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Grand Rapids MI with 38 guests spend between $2,806 - $3,430 on wedding photography, which is about 16.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,130 - $3,826 |
18.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$324 - $396 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,806 - $3,430 |
16.2% |
