For a wedding with 400 guests in the ams, the estimated total cost is around $126,033 - $154,041. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in ams is approximately $350. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $126,033 - $154,041.
The average wedding cost in ams is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $126,033 - $154,041 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lowell MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $294 - $360. This represents about 0.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $317 - $387.
In Lowell MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,737 - $2,123. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,485 - $3,037 |
2.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$294 - $360 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$137 - $167 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$317 - $387 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,737 - $2,123 |
1.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in ams is $2,461 - $3,007. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the ams area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $8 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,461 - $3,007 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,461 - $3,007 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in ams is $364 - $444. 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 |
$364 - $444 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$159 - $195 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$133 - $163 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $9,511 - $11,625, which is 7.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the ams area is $1,788 - $2,186.
For a live band, couples in ams typically budget around $4,898 - $5,986 which is 3.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$9,511 - $11,625 |
7.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,788 - $2,186 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$793 - $969 |
0.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,898 - $5,986 |
3.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$2,032 - $2,484 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in ams, you should budget approximately $63,949 - $78,159, which is about 50.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$63,949 - $78,159 |
50.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$13,551 - $16,563 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$26,120 - $31,924 |
20.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,632 - $17,884 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$9,645 - $11,789 |
7.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $9,072 - $11,088. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$9,072 - $11,088 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$842 - $1,030 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$383 - $468 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,663 - $2,033 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,121 - $1,371 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$3,088 - $3,774 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,975 - $2,413 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,621 - $4,425.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,621 - $4,425 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$128 - $156 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$172 - $210 |
0.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,196 - $2,684 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,125 - $1,375 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $5,616 - $6,864. This is approximately 4.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$5,616 - $6,864 |
4.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$707 - $865 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$625 - $763 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$331 - $405 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,051 - $1,285 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$617 - $755 |
0.5% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$687 - $839 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$625 - $763 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$476 - $582 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$497 - $607 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $969 - $1,185, which is about 0.8% 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 $589 - $719, which is about 0.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,478 - $7,918 |
5.1% |
|
Bracelet
|
$218 - $266 |
0.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$217 - $265 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,208 - $5,144 |
3.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$277 - $339 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$969 - $1,185 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$589 - $719 |
0.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the ams area is $315 - $385. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$315 - $385 |
0.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,317 - $1,609.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,317 - $1,609 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,317 - $1,609 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in ams spend between $9,511 - $11,625 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in ams with 400 guests spend between $4,066 - $4,970 on wedding photography, which is about 3.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in ams is $3,091 - $3,777. This makes up a portion of your (2.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,511 - $11,625 |
7.5% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$356 - $436 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$409 - $499 |
0.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$519 - $635 |
0.4% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$389 - $475 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$681 - $833 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,066 - $4,970 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,091 - $3,777 |
2.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in ams is estimated to be $5,742 - $7,018. This service accounts for 4.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,742 - $7,018 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,742 - $7,018 |
4.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $5,090 - $6,221.
| Transportation Cost |
$5,090 - $6,221 |
4.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$642 - $784 |
0.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,448 - $5,436 |
3.5% |