For a wedding with 175 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $39,164 - $47,867. 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 $249. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,164 - $47,867.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,164 - $47,867 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 $119 - $145. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $127 - $155.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $706 - $862. This represents about 1.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,004 - $1,228 |
2.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$706 - $862 |
1.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Louisville KY is $617 - $755. 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 $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$617 - $755 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$617 - $755 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $232 - $284. 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 |
$232 - $284 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,612 - $1,970, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $1,117 - $1,365.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,612 - $1,970 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,117 - $1,365 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$495 - $605 |
1.3% |
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 $19,699 - $24,077, which is about 50.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,699 - $24,077 |
50.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,360 - $4,106 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,523 - $7,973 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,448 - $9,103 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,369 - $2,895 |
6.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,353 - $4,099. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,353 - $4,099 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$494 - $604 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $271 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$670 - $818 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$779 - $953 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$499 - $609 |
1.3% |
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 $654 - $800.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$654 - $800 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$542 - $662 |
1.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,024 - $2,474. This is approximately 5.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,024 - $2,474 |
5.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$280 - $342 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$426 - $520 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$286 - $350 |
0.7% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$272 - $332 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$249 - $305 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$186 - $228 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$196 - $240 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $441 - $539, which is about 1.1% 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 $266 - $325, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,856 - $3,490 |
7.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$1,929 - $2,357 |
4.9% |
|
Necklace
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$441 - $539 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$266 - $325 |
0.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Louisville KY area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $811 - $991.
| Other Events Cost |
$811 - $991 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$811 - $991 |
2.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $5,677 - $6,939 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 175 guests spend between $3,057 - $3,737 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Louisville KY is $2,345 - $2,866. This makes up a portion of your (6.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,677 - $6,939 |
14.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$275 - $337 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,057 - $3,737 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,345 - $2,866 |
6.0% |