For a wedding with 400 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $75,497 - $92,274. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $210. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $75,497 - $92,274.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $75,497 - $92,274 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Douglasville GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $325 - $397. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $351 - $429.
In Douglasville GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,919 - $2,345. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,745 - $3,355 |
3.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$325 - $397 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$150 - $184 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$351 - $429 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,919 - $2,345 |
2.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Douglasville GA is $1,913 - $2,338. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Douglasville GA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,913 - $2,338 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,913 - $2,338 |
2.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Douglasville GA is $224 - $274. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$224 - $274 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,311 - $1,603, which is 1.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Douglasville GA area is $908 - $1,110.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,311 - $1,603 |
1.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$908 - $1,110 |
1.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$403 - $493 |
0.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Douglasville GA, you should budget approximately $46,850 - $57,261, which is about 62.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$46,850 - $57,261 |
62.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,609 - $12,967 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,451 - $24,995 |
27.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,238 - $10,068 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,552 - $9,230 |
10.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,478 - $7,918. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,478 - $7,918 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$455 - $557 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$207 - $253 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,324 - $1,618 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$555 - $679 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,401 - $2,935 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,535 - $1,877 |
2.0% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,890 - $3,532.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,890 - $3,532 |
3.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$158 - $193 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,720 - $2,102 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$896 - $1,095 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,411 - $4,169. This is approximately 4.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,411 - $4,169 |
4.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$561 - $685 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$263 - $321 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$834 - $1,020 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$483 - $591 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$496 - $606 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$378 - $462 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$396 - $484 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,000 - $1,222, which is about 1.3% 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 $607 - $741, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,948 - $7,270 |
7.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,342 - $5,306 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,000 - $1,222 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$607 - $741 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Douglasville GA area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $669 - $817.
| Other Events Cost |
$669 - $817 |
0.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$669 - $817 |
0.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$381 - $465 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Douglasville GA spend between $2,439 - $2,981 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Douglasville GA with 400 guests spend between $2,065 - $2,523 on wedding photography, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,439 - $2,981 |
3.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$374 - $458 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,065 - $2,523 |
2.7% |