For a wedding with 38 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $20,087 - $24,551. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $587. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $20,087 - $24,551.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $20,087 - $24,551 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 $230 - $281. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $237 - $289.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,303 - $1,593. This represents about 6.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,877 - $2,294 |
9.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$230 - $281 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$107 - $131 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$237 - $289 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,303 - $1,593 |
6.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Louisville KY is $129 - $157. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$129 - $157 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$129 - $157 |
0.6% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $226 - $276. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$226 - $276 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,385 - $1,693, which is 6.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $958 - $1,170.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,385 - $1,693 |
6.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$958 - $1,170 |
4.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$428 - $523 |
2.1% |
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 Louisville KY, you should budget approximately $3,109 - $3,799, which is about 15.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$3,109 - $3,799 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$676 - $826 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,293 - $1,581 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$672 - $822 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$467 - $571 |
2.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,432 - $1,750. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,432 - $1,750 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$450 - $550 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$207 - $253 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$280 - $342 |
1.4% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$217 - $265 |
1.1% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$278 - $340 |
1.4% |
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 $59 - $72.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$59 - $72 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$59 - $72 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $704 - $860, which is about 3.5% 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 $444 - $542, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,573 - $5,589 |
22.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,425 - $4,187 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$704 - $860 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$444 - $542 |
2.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $5,891 - $7,200 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 29.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 38 guests spend between $2,500 - $3,056 on wedding photography, which is about 12.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Louisville KY is $1,909 - $2,333. This makes up a portion of your (9.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,891 - $7,200 |
29.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$273 - $333 |
1.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$353 - $431 |
1.8% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$305 - $373 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$551 - $673 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,500 - $3,056 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,909 - $2,333 |
9.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Louisville KY is estimated to be $1,409 - $1,722. This service accounts for 7.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,409 - $1,722 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,409 - $1,722 |
7.0% |