For a wedding with 250 guests in the Tallahassee FL, the estimated total cost is around $42,592 - $52,056. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Tallahassee FL is approximately $189. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,592 - $52,056.
The average wedding cost in Tallahassee FL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,592 - $52,056 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Tallahassee FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $325 - $397. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $450 - $550.
In Tallahassee FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,471 - $3,020. This represents about 5.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,378 - $4,128 |
7.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$325 - $397 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$450 - $550 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,471 - $3,020 |
5.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Tallahassee FL is $993 - $1,213. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Tallahassee FL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$993 - $1,213 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$993 - $1,213 |
2.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Tallahassee FL is $170 - $208. 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 |
$170 - $208 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,267 - $5,215, which is 10.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Tallahassee FL area is $883 - $1,079.
For a live band, couples in Tallahassee FL typically budget around $2,956 - $3,612 which is 6.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,267 - $5,215 |
10.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$883 - $1,079 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$428 - $524 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,956 - $3,612 |
6.9% |
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 Tallahassee FL, you should budget approximately $21,965 - $26,846, which is about 51.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,965 - $26,846 |
51.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,349 - $12,649 |
24.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,938 - $9,702 |
18.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,677 - $4,495 |
8.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,513 - $4,293. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,513 - $4,293 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$373 - $455 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$162 - $198 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$496 - $606 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,107 - $1,353 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$785 - $959 |
1.8% |
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 $1,243 - $1,519.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,243 - $1,519 |
2.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$882 - $1,078 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$361 - $441 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $776 - $948. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$776 - $948 |
1.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$343 - $419 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$176 - $216 |
0.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Tallahassee FL area is $232 - $284. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $707 - $864.
| Other Events Cost |
$707 - $864 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$707 - $864 |
1.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Tallahassee FL spend between $2,072 - $2,532 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Tallahassee FL with 250 guests spend between $2,072 - $2,532 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,072 - $2,532 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,072 - $2,532 |
4.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Tallahassee FL is estimated to be $2,856 - $3,490. This service accounts for 6.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,856 - $3,490 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,856 - $3,490 |
6.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $422 - $516.
| Transportation Cost |
$422 - $516 |
1.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$422 - $516 |
1.0% |