For a wedding with 38 guests in the Detroit MI, the estimated total cost is around $18,293 - $22,359. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Detroit MI is approximately $535. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $18,293 - $22,359.
The average wedding cost in Detroit MI is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $18,293 - $22,359 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Detroit MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $131 - $161. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $140 - $171.
In Detroit MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $789 - $965. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,120 - $1,368 |
6.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$131 - $161 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$59 - $73 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$140 - $171 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$789 - $965 |
4.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Detroit MI is $116 - $142. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Detroit MI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$116 - $142 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$116 - $142 |
0.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,436 - $1,755, which is 7.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Detroit MI area is $1,003 - $1,225.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,436 - $1,755 |
7.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,003 - $1,225 |
5.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$433 - $529 |
2.4% |
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 Detroit MI, you should budget approximately $4,830 - $5,904, which is about 26.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,830 - $5,904 |
26.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$587 - $717 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,142 - $1,396 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,686 - $3,282 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$416 - $508 |
2.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,477 - $1,805. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,477 - $1,805 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$484 - $592 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$608 - $743 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$147 - $179 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$91 - $111 |
0.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $190 - $232.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$190 - $232 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$95 - $117 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$95 - $116 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $332 - $406. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$332 - $406 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$53 - $65 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$87 - $107 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$47 - $57 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$47 - $57 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$35 - $43 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$38 - $46 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $518 - $633, which is about 2.8% 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 $308 - $376, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,102 - $3,792 |
17.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,277 - $2,783 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$518 - $633 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$308 - $376 |
1.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Detroit MI area is $241 - $295. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$241 - $295 |
1.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$241 - $295 |
1.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$389 - $475 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Detroit MI spend between $2,930 - $3,581 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Detroit MI with 38 guests spend between $2,269 - $2,773 on wedding photography, which is about 12.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,930 - $3,581 |
16.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$270 - $330 |
1.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$391 - $477 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,269 - $2,773 |
12.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Detroit MI is estimated to be $1,650 - $2,016. This service accounts for 9.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,650 - $2,016 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,650 - $2,016 |
9.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $482 - $589.
| Transportation Cost |
$482 - $589 |
2.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$482 - $589 |
2.6% |