For a wedding with 38 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $15,582 - $19,044. 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 $456. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $15,582 - $19,044.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $15,582 - $19,044 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Lafayette IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $210 - $256. 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 $227 - $277.
In Lafayette IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,240 - $1,516. This represents about 8.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,775 - $2,169 |
11.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$210 - $256 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$98 - $120 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$227 - $277 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,240 - $1,516 |
8.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Lafayette IN is $116 - $142. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lafayette IN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$116 - $142 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$116 - $142 |
0.7% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,202 - $3,914, which is 20.6% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Lafayette IN typically budget around $2,409 - $2,945 which is 15.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,202 - $3,914 |
20.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,409 - $2,945 |
15.5% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$793 - $969 |
5.1% |
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 Lafayette IN, you should budget approximately $4,962 - $6,064, which is about 31.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,962 - $6,064 |
31.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$698 - $854 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,346 - $1,645 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,473 - $3,023 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$445 - $543 |
2.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $892 - $1,090. This accounts for roughly 5.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$892 - $1,090 |
5.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$396 - $484 |
2.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$180 - $220 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$146 - $178 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$94 - $114 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $111 - $135. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$111 - $135 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$15 - $19 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$49 - $59 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $29 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
2.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Lafayette IN spend between $2,270 - $2,774 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lafayette IN with 38 guests spend between $2,000 - $2,444 on wedding photography, which is about 12.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,270 - $2,774 |
14.6% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$270 - $330 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,000 - $2,444 |
12.8% |
