For a wedding with 38 guests in the 23803, the estimated total cost is around $19,398 - $23,708. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in 23803 is approximately $567. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $19,398 - $23,708.
The average wedding cost in 23803 is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $19,398 - $23,708 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chester VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $370 - $452. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $382 - $466.
In Chester VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,101 - $2,567. This represents about 10.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,024 - $3,696 |
15.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$370 - $452 |
1.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$172 - $210 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$382 - $466 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,101 - $2,567 |
10.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in 23803 is $140 - $172. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the 23803 area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$140 - $172 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$140 - $172 |
0.7% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in 23803 is $264 - $322. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$264 - $322 |
1.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$60 - $74 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,861 - $2,275, which is 9.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the 23803 area is $1,286 - $1,572.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,861 - $2,275 |
9.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,286 - $1,572 |
6.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$575 - $703 |
3.0% |
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 23803, you should budget approximately $2,985 - $3,649, which is about 15.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$2,985 - $3,649 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$764 - $934 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,462 - $1,786 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$760 - $928 |
3.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,774 - $2,168. This accounts for roughly 9.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,774 - $2,168 |
9.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$615 - $751 |
3.2% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$283 - $345 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$339 - $415 |
1.7% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$236 - $288 |
1.2% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$302 - $369 |
1.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $320 - $391. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$320 - $391 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$41 - $50 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$36 - $44 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$63 - $77 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$29 - $35 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$40 - $48 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$36 - $44 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$29 - $35 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,162 - $1,420, which is about 6.0% 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 $733 - $895, which is about 3.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,055 - $7,401 |
31.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,161 - $5,085 |
21.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,162 - $1,420 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$733 - $895 |
3.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chester VA spend between $2,975 - $3,636 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in 23803 with 38 guests spend between $2,975 - $3,636 on wedding photography, which is about 15.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,975 - $3,636 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,975 - $3,636 |
15.3% |