For a wedding with 125 guests in the Atlanta GA, the estimated total cost is around $37,291 - $45,577. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Atlanta GA is approximately $331. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,291 - $45,577.
The average wedding cost in Atlanta GA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,291 - $45,577 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Decatur GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $194 - $238. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $207 - $253.
In Decatur GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,167 - $1,427. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,656 - $2,024 |
4.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$194 - $238 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$207 - $253 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,167 - $1,427 |
3.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Atlanta GA is $452 - $552. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Atlanta GA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$452 - $552 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$452 - $552 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Atlanta GA is $192 - $234. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$192 - $234 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,466 - $6,680, which is 14.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Atlanta GA area is $1,102 - $1,346.
For a live band, couples in Atlanta GA typically budget around $2,910 - $3,556 which is 7.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,466 - $6,680 |
14.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,102 - $1,346 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$475 - $581 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,910 - $3,556 |
7.8% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$979 - $1,197 |
2.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Atlanta GA, you should budget approximately $14,199 - $17,355, which is about 38.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,199 - $17,355 |
38.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,363 - $2,888 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,597 - $5,619 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,565 - $6,801 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,675 - $2,047 |
4.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,697 - $3,297. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,697 - $3,297 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$529 - $647 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$237 - $289 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$659 - $805 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$571 - $697 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$353 - $431 |
0.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $697 - $851.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$697 - $851 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$384 - $470 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$222 - $272 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $649 - $793. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$649 - $793 |
1.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $708 - $866, which is about 1.9% 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 $421 - $515, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,246 - $5,190 |
11.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,117 - $3,809 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$708 - $866 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$421 - $515 |
1.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Atlanta GA area is $249 - $305. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $844 - $1,032.
| Other Events Cost |
$844 - $1,032 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$844 - $1,032 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Atlanta GA spend between $5,042 - $6,162 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Atlanta GA with 125 guests spend between $2,495 - $3,049 on wedding photography, which is about 6.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Atlanta GA is $1,826 - $2,232. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,042 - $6,162 |
13.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$317 - $387 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$404 - $494 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,495 - $3,049 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,826 - $2,232 |
4.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $500 - $611.
| Transportation Cost |
$500 - $611 |
1.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$500 - $611 |
1.3% |