For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chattanooga, the estimated total cost is around $42,157 - $51,525. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chattanooga is approximately $268. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,157 - $51,525.
The average wedding cost in Chattanooga is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,157 - $51,525 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chattanooga TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $133 - $163. 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 $141 - $173.
In Chattanooga TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $798 - $976. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,132 - $1,384 |
2.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$59 - $73 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$798 - $976 |
1.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chattanooga is $679 - $829. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chattanooga area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$679 - $829 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$679 - $829 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chattanooga is $203 - $248. 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 |
$203 - $248 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,683 - $4,501, which is 8.7% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Chattanooga typically budget around $2,455 - $3,001 which is 5.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,683 - $4,501 |
8.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,455 - $3,001 |
5.8% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$826 - $1,010 |
2.0% |
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 Chattanooga, you should budget approximately $21,369 - $26,117, which is about 50.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,369 - $26,117 |
50.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,764 - $4,600 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,323 - $8,951 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,612 - $9,304 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,669 - $3,263 |
6.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,015 - $3,685. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,015 - $3,685 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$392 - $479 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$175 - $213 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$518 - $634 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$857 - $1,047 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$531 - $649 |
1.3% |
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 $1,139 - $1,392.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,139 - $1,392 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$611 - $747 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$346 - $422 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,429 - $1,747. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,429 - $1,747 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$195 - $239 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$320 - $392 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$192 - $234 |
0.5% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$189 - $231 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$172 - $210 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $506 - $618, which is about 1.2% 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 $301 - $367, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$806 - $986 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$506 - $618 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$301 - $367 |
0.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chattanooga area is $229 - $279. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $712 - $870.
| Other Events Cost |
$712 - $870 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$712 - $870 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$369 - $451 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chattanooga spend between $4,300 - $5,256 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chattanooga with 175 guests spend between $2,105 - $2,573 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chattanooga is $1,541 - $1,883. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,300 - $5,256 |
10.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$284 - $347 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$371 - $453 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,105 - $2,573 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,541 - $1,883 |
3.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chattanooga is estimated to be $3,093 - $3,781. This service accounts for 7.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,093 - $3,781 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,093 - $3,781 |
7.3% |