For a wedding with 175 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $38,471 - $47,020. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Louisville KY is approximately $244. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,471 - $47,020.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,471 - $47,020 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $290 - $354. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $307 - $375.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,735 - $2,121. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,461 - $3,007 |
6.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$290 - $354 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$307 - $375 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,735 - $2,121 |
4.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Louisville KY is $599 - $733. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Louisville KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$599 - $733 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$599 - $733 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $214 - $262. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$214 - $262 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,376 - $1,682, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $962 - $1,176.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,376 - $1,682 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$962 - $1,176 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$414 - $506 |
1.1% |
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 Louisville KY, you should budget approximately $18,352 - $22,430, which is about 47.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,352 - $22,430 |
47.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,191 - $3,901 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,206 - $7,586 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,692 - $8,179 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,263 - $2,765 |
5.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,841 - $3,473. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,841 - $3,473 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$449 - $549 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$200 - $244 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$571 - $697 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$757 - $925 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$468 - $572 |
1.2% |
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 $653 - $799.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$653 - $799 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$135 - $165 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$518 - $634 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $473 - $578. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$473 - $578 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$142 - $174 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$235 - $287 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $953 - $1,165, which is about 2.5% 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 $568 - $694, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,178 - $7,550 |
16.1% |
|
Bracelet
|
$207 - $253 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,193 - $5,125 |
10.9% |
|
Necklace
|
$257 - $314 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$953 - $1,165 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$568 - $694 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Louisville 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 $736 - $900.
| Other Events Cost |
$736 - $900 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$736 - $900 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$387 - $473 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $2,939 - $3,593 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 175 guests spend between $2,176 - $2,660 on wedding photography, which is about 5.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,939 - $3,593 |
7.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$374 - $458 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$389 - $475 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,176 - $2,660 |
5.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,021 - $1,247.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,021 - $1,247 |
2.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,021 - $1,247 |
2.7% |