For a wedding with 38 guests in the Bowling Green, KY, the estimated total cost is around $14,956 - $18,280. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bowling Green, KY is approximately $437. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $14,956 - $18,280.
The average wedding cost in Bowling Green, KY is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $14,956 - $18,280 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Bowling Green KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $159 - $195. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $177 - $217.
In Bowling Green KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $976 - $1,192. This represents about 6.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,377 - $1,683 |
9.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$159 - $195 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$65 - $79 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$177 - $217 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$976 - $1,192 |
6.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Bowling Green, KY is $113 - $139. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bowling Green, KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$113 - $139 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$113 - $139 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bowling Green, KY is $127 - $155. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$127 - $155 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$68 - $84 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$59 - $72 |
0.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,000 - $1,222, which is 6.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bowling Green, KY area is $673 - $823.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,000 - $1,222 |
6.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$673 - $823 |
4.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$327 - $399 |
2.2% |
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 Bowling Green, KY, you should budget approximately $4,178 - $5,106, which is about 27.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,178 - $5,106 |
27.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$540 - $660 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,049 - $1,282 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,183 - $2,668 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$407 - $497 |
2.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,102 - $1,346. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,102 - $1,346 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$292 - $356 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$127 - $155 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$380 - $464 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$127 - $155 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$86 - $106 |
0.6% |
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 $152 - $186.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$152 - $186 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$97 - $119 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$55 - $67 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $194 - $237. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$194 - $237 |
1.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$38 - $46 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$16 - $20 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$52 - $64 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $29 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$37 - $45 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $568 - $694, which is about 3.8% 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 $341 - $417, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,408 - $4,166 |
22.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,499 - $3,055 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$568 - $694 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$341 - $417 |
2.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bowling Green, KY area is $209 - $255. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$209 - $255 |
1.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$209 - $255 |
1.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $539 - $659.
| Other Events Cost |
$539 - $659 |
3.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$539 - $659 |
3.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$367 - $449 |
2.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Bowling Green, KY spend between $1,969 - $2,407 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bowling Green, KY with 38 guests spend between $1,484 - $1,814 on wedding photography, which is about 9.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,969 - $2,407 |
13.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$257 - $314 |
1.7% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$229 - $279 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,484 - $1,814 |
9.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $221 - $271.
| Transportation Cost |
$221 - $271 |
1.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$221 - $271 |
1.5% |