Planning a wedding? This is your personalized wedding budget estimate based on a guest count of 25 to 50 people and an average wedding cost of $11,205 - $13,695. Below, we've answered the most common questions about wedding costs to help you understand how this budget breaks down across different categories, from the venue to the photographer. Use these estimates to guide your planning and vendor selection.
Wedding Cost Summary
Wedding Budget:
$11,205 - $13,695
Lives in: Jacksonville FL
How many guests:
This estimate is based on having 38 guests with a range of 25 to 50 guests. Adding a single guest will likely add $295 - $360 to the total amount spent.
The ceremony will be at one location while the reception will be at another
Ceremony Location:
a church or other place of worship
Reception Location:
a resort or hotel
Type of wedding:
Fun, Other, Simple, Traditional, Vintage
Highest priorities:
Wedding Cost Category Summary
Category
Estimated Cost
Percent of Estimate
Attire & Accessories
$1,396 - $1,706
12.5%
Beauty & Spa
$137 - $167
1.2%
Entertainment
$679 - $829
6.1%
Flowers & Decorations
$1,497 - $1,829
13.4%
Gifts & Favors
$297 - $363
2.7%
Invitations
$257 - $315
2.3%
Jewelry
$1,009 - $1,233
9.0%
Photography & Video
$2,731 - $3,337
24.4%
Venue, Catering & Rentals
$3,203 - $3,915
28.6%
Total Cost
$11,205 - $13,695
100%
What is the average cost of a wedding for 38 guests in United States?
For a wedding with 38 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $11,205 - $13,695. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
How much does a wedding cost per person in United States?
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $328. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $11,205 - $13,695.
How does the cost of a wedding in United States compare to the national average?
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $11,205 - $13,695 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Attire & Accessories
Dress Accessories
$178 - $218
1.6%
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
$83 - $101
0.7%
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
$167 - $204
1.5%
Wedding Dress/es
$968 - $1,184
8.6%
Attire & Accessories Total Cost
$1,396 - $1,706
12.5%
How much should I budget for wedding dress accessories in Jacksonville FL?
In Jacksonville FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $178 - $218. This represents about 1.6% of your total wedding expenses.
What is the average cost of tuxedo or suit rentals for a wedding?
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $167 - $204.
How much should I budget for a wedding dress in Jacksonville FL?
In Jacksonville FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $968 - $1,184. This represents about 8.6% of your total wedding expenses.
Entertainment
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Entertainment
DJ/MC
$679 - $829
6.1%
Entertainment Total Cost
$679 - $829
6.1%
How much should your wedding entertainment budget be in Jacksonville FL?
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $679 - $829, which is 6.1% of your total.
What's the average price for a wedding DJ in Jacksonville FL?
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Jacksonville FL area is $679 - $829.
Flowers & Decorations
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Flowers & Decorations
Bouquets
$119 - $145
1.1%
Boutonnieres, Corsages
$271 - $331
2.4%
Event Decorations
$356 - $435
3.2%
Event Flowers & Arrangements
$491 - $600
4.4%
Event Table Centerpieces
$261 - $319
2.3%
Flowers & Decorations Total Cost
$1,497 - $1,829
13.4%
What is the average cost of wedding flowers for a ceremony and reception?
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,497 - $1,829. This accounts for roughly 13.4% of your total expenses.
Invitations
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Invitations
Ceremony Programs
$29 - $35
0.3%
Guest Book
$14 - $17
0.1%
Invitations & Reply Cards
$50 - $62
0.4%
Postage
$101 - $123
0.9%
Save the Date Cards
$25 - $31
0.2%
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
$19 - $23
0.2%
Thank You Cards
$20 - $24
0.2%
Invitations Total Cost
$257 - $315
2.3%
How much do wedding invitations and stationery cost for 38 guests?
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $257 - $315. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
Jewelry
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Jewelry
Engagement Ring
$740 - $904
6.6%
Wedding ring/band for HER
$170 - $208
1.5%
Wedding ring/band for HIM
$99 - $121
0.9%
Jewelry Total Cost
$1,009 - $1,233
9.0%
How much should be budgeted for wedding rings (Wedding ring/band for HER)?
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $170 - $208, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
How much should be budgeted for wedding rings (Wedding ring/band for HIM)?
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HIM) is estimated at $99 - $121, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
Photography & Video
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Photography & Video
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
$270 - $330
2.4%
Engagement Session
$366 - $448
3.3%
Prints and/or Enlargements
$220 - $268
2.0%
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
$387 - $473
3.5%
Wedding Photographer
$1,488 - $1,818
13.3%
Photography & Video Total Cost
$2,731 - $3,337
24.4%
What is the average cost for a wedding photographer and video services in Jacksonville FL?
On average, couples in Jacksonville FL spend between $2,731 - $3,337 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 24.4% of your overall budget.
What is the average cost for a wedding photographer in Jacksonville FL?
On average, couples in Jacksonville FL with 38 guests spend between $1,488 - $1,818 on wedding photography, which is about 13.3% of your total wedding cost.
Venue, Catering & Rentals
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Venue, Catering & Rentals
Venue, Catering & Rentals Total Cost
$3,203 - $3,915
28.6%
The average cost of a wedding is based on real spending reported by couples, not vendor price lists. It includes both new and used items, and services provided by professionals, independent providers, or even friends and family. Every wedding is unique, and what couples spend can vary widely depending on their preferences and circumstances.