For a wedding with 38 guests in the Atlanta, the estimated total cost is around $14,657 - $17,915. 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 is approximately $429. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $14,657 - $17,915.
The average wedding cost in Atlanta is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $14,657 - $17,915 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Atlanta GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $194 - $238. 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 $217 - $265.
In Atlanta GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,191 - $1,455. This represents about 8.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,681 - $2,055 |
11.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$194 - $238 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$79 - $97 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$217 - $265 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,191 - $1,455 |
8.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Atlanta is $115 - $141. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Atlanta area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$115 - $141 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$115 - $141 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Atlanta is $233 - $285. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$233 - $285 |
1.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.7% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.6% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,335 - $1,631, which is 9.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Atlanta area is $898 - $1,098.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,335 - $1,631 |
9.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$898 - $1,098 |
6.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$437 - $534 |
3.0% |
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 Atlanta, you should budget approximately $4,352 - $5,319, which is about 29.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,352 - $5,319 |
29.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$500 - $611 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$970 - $1,186 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,506 - $3,062 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$376 - $460 |
2.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,528 - $1,868. This accounts for roughly 10.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,528 - $1,868 |
10.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$459 - $561 |
3.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$199 - $243 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$562 - $686 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$128 - $156 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$91 - $111 |
0.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $381 - $465.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$381 - $465 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$83 - $101 |
0.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$153 - $187 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$90 - $110 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$55 - $67 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $221 - $270. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$221 - $270 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$40 - $48 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$16 - $20 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$52 - $64 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$37 - $45 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $654 - $800, which is about 4.5% 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 $393 - $481, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,048 - $1,280 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$654 - $800 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$393 - $481 |
2.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Atlanta area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
1.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
1.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $720 - $880.
| Other Events Cost |
$720 - $880 |
4.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$720 - $880 |
4.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$421 - $515 |
2.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Atlanta spend between $2,384 - $2,914 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Atlanta with 38 guests spend between $2,110 - $2,578 on wedding photography, which is about 14.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,384 - $2,914 |
16.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$275 - $336 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,110 - $2,578 |
14.4% |