For a wedding with 38 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $18,495 - $22,605. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $541. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $18,495 - $22,605.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $18,495 - $22,605 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In United States, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $243 - $297. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $262 - $320.
In United States, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,431 - $1,749. This represents about 7.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,048 - $2,504 |
11.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$243 - $297 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $138 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$262 - $320 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,431 - $1,749 |
7.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in United States is $118 - $144. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the United States area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$118 - $144 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$118 - $144 |
0.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $806 - $986, which is 4.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$806 - $986 |
4.4% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$806 - $986 |
4.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in United States, you should budget approximately $4,139 - $5,059, which is about 22.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,139 - $5,059 |
22.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,222 - $1,494 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,465 - $3,013 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$452 - $552 |
2.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,503 - $1,837. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,503 - $1,837 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$404 - $494 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$184 - $224 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$571 - $697 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$162 - $198 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$104 - $127 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $175 - $213. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$175 - $213 |
0.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$33 - $41 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$15 - $19 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$50 - $62 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$30 - $36 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $815 - $996, which is about 4.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$815 - $996 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$815 - $996 |
4.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in United States spend between $3,591 - $4,389 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in United States with 38 guests spend between $2,033 - $2,485 on wedding photography, which is about 11.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,591 - $4,389 |
19.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$355 - $433 |
1.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$393 - $481 |
2.1% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$294 - $360 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$516 - $630 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,033 - $2,485 |
11.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in United States is estimated to be $2,871 - $3,509. This service accounts for 15.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,871 - $3,509 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,871 - $3,509 |
15.5% |
