For a wedding with 400 guests in the Jacksonville FL, the estimated total cost is around $97,781 - $119,510. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Jacksonville FL is approximately $272. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $97,781 - $119,510.
The average wedding cost in Jacksonville FL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $97,781 - $119,510 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Saint Johns FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $520 - $636. 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 $562 - $686.
In Saint Johns FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,106 - $3,796. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,424 - $5,407 |
4.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$520 - $636 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$236 - $288 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$562 - $686 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,106 - $3,796 |
3.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Jacksonville FL is $2,079 - $2,541. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Jacksonville FL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,079 - $2,541 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,079 - $2,541 |
2.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Jacksonville FL is $280 - $342. 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 |
$280 - $342 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$122 - $149 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,982 - $2,422, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Jacksonville FL area is $1,374 - $1,680.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,982 - $2,422 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,374 - $1,680 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$608 - $743 |
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 Jacksonville FL, you should budget approximately $54,426 - $66,520, which is about 55.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$54,426 - $66,520 |
55.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,682 - $14,278 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$22,678 - $27,718 |
23.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,832 - $14,462 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,233 - $10,063 |
8.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,909 - $9,667. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,909 - $9,667 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$626 - $766 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$280 - $342 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$841 - $1,027 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,874 - $3,512 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,835 - $2,243 |
1.9% |
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 $3,146 - $3,846.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,146 - $3,846 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$128 - $156 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$175 - $213 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,883 - $2,301 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$961 - $1,175 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,543 - $4,331. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,543 - $4,331 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$589 - $719 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$270 - $330 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$896 - $1,096 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$458 - $560 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$523 - $639 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$397 - $485 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$410 - $502 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,641 - $2,005, which is about 1.7% 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 $987 - $1,207, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,797 - $11,974 |
10.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,169 - $8,762 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,641 - $2,005 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$987 - $1,207 |
1.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Jacksonville FL area is $260 - $318. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$260 - $318 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$260 - $318 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $996 - $1,218.
| Other Events Cost |
$996 - $1,218 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$996 - $1,218 |
1.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$416 - $508 |
0.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Jacksonville FL spend between $3,601 - $4,401 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Jacksonville FL with 400 guests spend between $3,173 - $3,878 on wedding photography, which is about 3.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,601 - $4,401 |
3.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$428 - $524 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,173 - $3,878 |
3.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Jacksonville FL is estimated to be $4,391 - $5,367. This service accounts for 4.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,391 - $5,367 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,391 - $5,367 |
4.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $531 - $649.
| Transportation Cost |
$531 - $649 |
0.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$531 - $649 |
0.5% |