For a wedding with 38 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $26,389 - $32,253. 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 $772. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $26,389 - $32,253.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $26,389 - $32,253 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Portland OR, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $329 - $403. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $340 - $416.
In Portland OR, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,872 - $2,288. This represents about 7.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,696 - $3,295 |
10.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$329 - $403 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$154 - $188 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$340 - $416 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,872 - $2,288 |
7.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Portland OR is $131 - $161. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Portland OR area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$131 - $161 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$131 - $161 |
0.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,536 - $1,878, which is 5.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Portland OR area is $1,062 - $1,298.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,536 - $1,878 |
5.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,062 - $1,298 |
4.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$474 - $580 |
1.8% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Portland OR, you should budget approximately $3,411 - $4,169, which is about 12.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$3,411 - $4,169 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$742 - $906 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,419 - $1,735 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$737 - $901 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$513 - $627 |
1.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,417 - $1,731. This accounts for roughly 5.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,417 - $1,731 |
5.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$428 - $523 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$196 - $240 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$286 - $350 |
1.1% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$222 - $272 |
0.8% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$284 - $348 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $973 - $1,189. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$973 - $1,189 |
3.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$123 - $151 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$111 - $135 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$194 - $237 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$120 - $146 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,070 - $1,308, which is about 4.1% 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 $675 - $825, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,059 - $7,405 |
23.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,314 - $5,272 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,070 - $1,308 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$675 - $825 |
2.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Portland OR spend between $3,948 - $4,826 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Portland OR with 38 guests spend between $2,456 - $3,002 on wedding photography, which is about 9.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,948 - $4,826 |
15.0% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$273 - $333 |
1.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$364 - $444 |
1.4% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$305 - $373 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$551 - $673 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,456 - $3,002 |
9.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Portland OR is estimated to be $3,454 - $4,222. This service accounts for 13.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,454 - $4,222 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,454 - $4,222 |
13.1% |
