For a wedding with 38 guests in the Bowling Green KY, the estimated total cost is around $19,580 - $23,931. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bowling Green KY is approximately $573. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $19,580 - $23,931.
The average wedding cost in Bowling Green KY is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $19,580 - $23,931 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Bowling Green KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $276 - $338. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $298 - $364.
In Bowling Green KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,648 - $2,014. This represents about 8.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,347 - $2,869 |
12.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$276 - $338 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$125 - $153 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$298 - $364 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,648 - $2,014 |
8.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Bowling Green KY is $124 - $152. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bowling Green KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$124 - $152 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$124 - $152 |
0.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bowling Green KY is $210 - $256. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$210 - $256 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$72 - $88 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $62 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,265 - $1,546, which is 6.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bowling Green KY area is $877 - $1,071.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,265 - $1,546 |
6.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$877 - $1,071 |
4.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$388 - $474 |
2.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Bowling Green KY, you should budget approximately $4,670 - $5,708, which is about 23.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,670 - $5,708 |
23.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$653 - $799 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,268 - $1,550 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,288 - $2,796 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$461 - $563 |
2.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,481 - $1,810. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,481 - $1,810 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$426 - $520 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$191 - $233 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$81 - $99 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$527 - $644 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$157 - $191 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$100 - $122 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $402 - $492.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$402 - $492 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $172 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$105 - $129 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$53 - $65 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $190 - $232. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$190 - $232 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$32 - $40 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$15 - $19 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$50 - $61 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$20 - $24 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$29 - $35 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $889 - $1,087, which is about 4.5% 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 $536 - $655, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,311 - $6,491 |
27.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,886 - $4,750 |
19.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$889 - $1,087 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$536 - $655 |
2.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bowling Green KY area is $221 - $271. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$221 - $271 |
1.1% |
|
Officiant
|
$221 - $271 |
1.1% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $635 - $777.
| Other Events Cost |
$635 - $777 |
3.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$635 - $777 |
3.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$355 - $433 |
1.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$355 - $433 |
1.8% |
On average, couples in Bowling Green KY spend between $2,369 - $2,895 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bowling Green KY with 38 guests spend between $2,023 - $2,473 on wedding photography, which is about 10.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,369 - $2,895 |
12.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$346 - $422 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,023 - $2,473 |
10.3% |