For a wedding with 175 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $35,783 - $43,735. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Louisville KY is approximately $227. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,783 - $43,735.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,783 - $43,735 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $266 - $326. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $284 - $347.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,602 - $1,958. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,272 - $2,776 |
6.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$266 - $326 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$284 - $347 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,602 - $1,958 |
4.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Louisville KY is $611 - $747. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Louisville KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$611 - $747 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$611 - $747 |
1.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $212 - $259. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$212 - $259 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,459 - $1,783, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $1,020 - $1,246.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,459 - $1,783 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,020 - $1,246 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$439 - $537 |
1.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Louisville KY, you should budget approximately $19,563 - $23,911, which is about 54.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,563 - $23,911 |
54.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,335 - $4,076 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,485 - $7,927 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,379 - $9,019 |
20.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,364 - $2,890 |
6.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,156 - $3,858. This accounts for roughly 8.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,156 - $3,858 |
8.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$523 - $639 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$233 - $285 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$584 - $714 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$869 - $1,063 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$538 - $658 |
1.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,032 - $1,262.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,032 - $1,262 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$542 - $662 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$260 - $318 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $900 - $1,100. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$900 - $1,100 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$146 - $178 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $930 - $1,136, which is about 2.6% 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 $554 - $677, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,483 - $1,813 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$930 - $1,136 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$554 - $677 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Louisville KY area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $780 - $954.
| Other Events Cost |
$780 - $954 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$780 - $954 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$387 - $473 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $2,667 - $3,259 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 175 guests spend between $2,308 - $2,820 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,667 - $3,259 |
7.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$359 - $439 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,308 - $2,820 |
6.4% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,021 - $1,247.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,021 - $1,247 |
2.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,021 - $1,247 |
2.9% |