For a wedding with 400 guests in the columbia tn, the estimated total cost is around $62,779 - $76,729. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in columbia tn is approximately $174. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $62,779 - $76,729.
The average wedding cost in columbia tn is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $62,779 - $76,729 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Columbia TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $174 - $212. 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 $194 - $237.
In Columbia TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,059 - $1,295. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,497 - $1,829 |
2.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$174 - $212 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$194 - $237 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,059 - $1,295 |
1.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in columbia tn is $1,669 - $2,039. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the columbia tn area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,669 - $2,039 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,669 - $2,039 |
2.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in columbia tn is $85 - $103. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$85 - $103 |
0.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,205 - $1,473, which is 1.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the columbia tn area is $811 - $991.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,205 - $1,473 |
1.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$811 - $991 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$394 - $482 |
0.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in columbia tn, you should budget approximately $38,903 - $47,548, which is about 62.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$38,903 - $47,548 |
62.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$8,257 - $10,091 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$16,034 - $19,597 |
25.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,397 - $10,263 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$6,215 - $7,597 |
9.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,349 - $6,537. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,349 - $6,537 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$377 - $461 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$164 - $200 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$478 - $584 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,859 - $2,272 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,321 - $1,615 |
2.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,194 - $2,682.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,194 - $2,682 |
3.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,490 - $1,821 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$705 - $861 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,929 - $3,579. This is approximately 4.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,929 - $3,579 |
4.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$505 - $617 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$207 - $253 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$669 - $817 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$390 - $476 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$473 - $579 |
0.8% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$340 - $416 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$345 - $421 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $355 - $433, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,953 - $3,609 |
4.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,598 - $3,176 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$355 - $433 |
0.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the columbia tn area is $226 - $276. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$226 - $276 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$226 - $276 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $650 - $794.
| Other Events Cost |
$650 - $794 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$650 - $794 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in columbia tn spend between $3,601 - $4,401 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in columbia tn with 400 guests spend between $1,941 - $2,373 on wedding photography, which is about 3.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in columbia tn is $1,660 - $2,028. This makes up a portion of your (2.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,601 - $4,401 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,941 - $2,373 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,660 - $2,028 |
2.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in columbia tn is estimated to be $1,520 - $1,858. This service accounts for 2.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,520 - $1,858 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,520 - $1,858 |
2.4% |