For a wedding with 175 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $42,368 - $51,783. 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 $269. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,368 - $51,783.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,368 - $51,783 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 $279 - $341. 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 $296 - $362.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,677 - $2,049. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,377 - $2,905 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$279 - $341 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$296 - $362 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,677 - $2,049 |
4.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Louisville KY is $624 - $762. 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 $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$624 - $762 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$624 - $762 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $215 - $263. 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 |
$215 - $263 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,481 - $1,811, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $1,035 - $1,265.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,481 - $1,811 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,035 - $1,265 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$446 - $546 |
1.1% |
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 $19,700 - $24,078, which is about 46.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,700 - $24,078 |
46.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,372 - $4,122 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,558 - $8,016 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,379 - $9,019 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,390 - $2,922 |
5.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,935 - $3,587. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,935 - $3,587 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$446 - $545 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$199 - $243 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$599 - $733 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$787 - $961 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$487 - $595 |
1.1% |
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 $1,046 - $1,278.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,046 - $1,278 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$548 - $670 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$266 - $325 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $919 - $1,123. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$919 - $1,123 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$247 - $301 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $961 - $1,175, which is about 2.3% 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 $572 - $699, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,762 - $7,042 |
13.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,229 - $5,169 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$961 - $1,175 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$572 - $699 |
1.3% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $792 - $968.
| Other Events Cost |
$792 - $968 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$792 - $968 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$387 - $473 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $3,166 - $3,870 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 $2,805 - $3,429 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,166 - $3,870 |
7.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$361 - $441 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,805 - $3,429 |
6.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Louisville KY is estimated to be $1,703 - $2,081. This service accounts for 4.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,703 - $2,081 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,703 - $2,081 |
4.0% |
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 |
2.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,021 - $1,247 |
2.4% |