For a wedding with 250 guests in the Atlanta GA, the estimated total cost is around $54,993 - $67,213. 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 $244. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $54,993 - $67,213.
The average wedding cost in Atlanta GA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $54,993 - $67,213 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Kennesaw GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $305 - $373. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $323 - $395.
In Kennesaw GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,825 - $2,231. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,590 - $3,166 |
4.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$305 - $373 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$137 - $167 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$323 - $395 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,825 - $2,231 |
3.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Atlanta GA is $967 - $1,181. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$967 - $1,181 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$967 - $1,181 |
1.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Atlanta GA is $238 - $290. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$238 - $290 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,530 - $1,870, which is 2.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Atlanta GA area is $1,069 - $1,307.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,530 - $1,870 |
2.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,069 - $1,307 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$461 - $563 |
0.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Atlanta GA, you should budget approximately $27,605 - $33,739, which is about 50.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,605 - $33,739 |
50.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,270 - $6,441 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,252 - $12,530 |
18.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,348 - $10,203 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,736 - $4,566 |
6.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,956 - $4,835. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,956 - $4,835 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$497 - $607 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $271 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$625 - $763 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,221 - $1,493 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$755 - $923 |
1.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,506 - $1,840.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,506 - $1,840 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$856 - $1,046 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$404 - $494 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,184 - $1,447. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,184 - $1,447 |
2.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$375 - $459 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$184 - $224 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,028 - $1,256, 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 $612 - $748, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,163 - $7,533 |
11.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,523 - $5,529 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,028 - $1,256 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$612 - $748 |
1.1% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $819 - $1,001.
| Other Events Cost |
$819 - $1,001 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$819 - $1,001 |
1.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Atlanta GA spend between $4,575 - $5,591 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Atlanta GA with 250 guests spend between $2,421 - $2,959 on wedding photography, which is about 4.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Atlanta GA is $1,772 - $2,166. This makes up a portion of your (3.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,575 - $5,591 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$382 - $466 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,421 - $2,959 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,772 - $2,166 |
3.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Atlanta GA is estimated to be $1,760 - $2,151. This service accounts for 3.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,760 - $2,151 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,760 - $2,151 |
3.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,700 - $2,078.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,700 - $2,078 |
3.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,700 - $2,078 |
3.1% |