For a wedding with 175 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $36,601 - $44,735. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Louisville KY is approximately $232. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,601 - $44,735.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,601 - $44,735 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 $228 - $278. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $245 - $299.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,356 - $1,658. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,931 - $2,361 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$228 - $278 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$245 - $299 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,356 - $1,658 |
3.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Louisville KY is $613 - $749. 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 $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$613 - $749 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$613 - $749 |
1.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $221 - $270. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$221 - $270 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,607 - $1,964, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $1,113 - $1,361.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,607 - $1,964 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,113 - $1,361 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$493 - $603 |
1.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Louisville KY, you should budget approximately $20,128 - $24,600, which is about 55.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,128 - $24,600 |
55.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,351 - $4,095 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,505 - $7,951 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,909 - $9,667 |
21.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,363 - $2,888 |
6.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,016 - $3,686. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,016 - $3,686 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$465 - $569 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$208 - $254 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$664 - $812 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$774 - $946 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$495 - $605 |
1.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,044 - $1,276.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,044 - $1,276 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$134 - $164 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$540 - $660 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$272 - $332 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $755 - $923. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$755 - $923 |
2.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$149 - $182 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $774 - $946, which is about 2.1% 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 $466 - $570, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,240 - $1,516 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$774 - $946 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$466 - $570 |
1.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $808 - $988.
| Other Events Cost |
$808 - $988 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$808 - $988 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $3,906 - $4,774 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 175 guests spend between $3,047 - $3,725 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,906 - $4,774 |
10.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$329 - $403 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$529 - $647 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,047 - $3,725 |
8.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $950 - $1,161.
| Transportation Cost |
$950 - $1,161 |
2.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$950 - $1,161 |
2.6% |