For a wedding with 75 guests in the Bowling Green, KY, the estimated total cost is around $19,615 - $23,973. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bowling Green, KY is approximately $291. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $19,615 - $23,973.
The average wedding cost in Bowling Green, KY is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $19,615 - $23,973 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Brownsville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $160 - $196. 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 $178 - $218.
In Brownsville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $977 - $1,195. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,381 - $1,687 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$160 - $196 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$65 - $79 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$178 - $218 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$977 - $1,195 |
5.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Bowling Green, KY is $246 - $300. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bowling Green, KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$246 - $300 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$246 - $300 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bowling Green, KY is $185 - $227. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$185 - $227 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$71 - $87 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$60 - $74 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,032 - $1,262, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bowling Green, KY area is $695 - $849.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,032 - $1,262 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$695 - $849 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$338 - $413 |
1.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Bowling Green, KY, you should budget approximately $7,482 - $9,144, which is about 38.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,482 - $9,144 |
38.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,139 - $1,392 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,211 - $2,703 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,274 - $4,002 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$858 - $1,048 |
4.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,615 - $1,973. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,615 - $1,973 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$317 - $387 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$138 - $168 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$406 - $496 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$275 - $336 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$195 - $239 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $594 - $726.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$594 - $726 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$76 - $92 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $171 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$205 - $251 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$174 - $212 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $701 - $857. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$701 - $857 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$124 - $152 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$51 - $63 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$165 - $201 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$75 - $91 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $561 - $685, which is about 2.9% 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 $337 - $411, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,366 - $4,114 |
17.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,469 - $3,017 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$561 - $685 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$337 - $411 |
1.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bowling Green, KY area is $209 - $255. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$209 - $255 |
1.1% |
|
Officiant
|
$209 - $255 |
1.1% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $556 - $680.
| Other Events Cost |
$556 - $680 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$556 - $680 |
2.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$367 - $449 |
1.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Bowling Green, KY spend between $1,881 - $2,299 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bowling Green, KY with 75 guests spend between $1,630 - $1,992 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,881 - $2,299 |
9.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$251 - $307 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,630 - $1,992 |
8.3% |