For a wedding with 400 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $102,578 - $125,373. 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 $285. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $102,578 - $125,373.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $102,578 - $125,373 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lexington SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $397 - $485. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $428 - $523.
In Lexington SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,336 - $2,855. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,344 - $4,087 |
3.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$397 - $485 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$184 - $224 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$428 - $523 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,336 - $2,855 |
2.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Lexington SC is $2,063 - $2,521. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lexington SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,063 - $2,521 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,063 - $2,521 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lexington SC is $228 - $278. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$228 - $278 |
0.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,667 - $6,927, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lexington SC area is $1,094 - $1,338.
For a live band, couples in Lexington SC typically budget around $2,997 - $3,663 which is 2.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,667 - $6,927 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,094 - $1,338 |
1.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$485 - $593 |
0.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,997 - $3,663 |
2.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,091 - $1,333 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Lexington SC, you should budget approximately $53,543 - $65,441, which is about 52.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$53,543 - $65,441 |
52.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,851 - $14,485 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$22,846 - $27,922 |
22.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,410 - $12,724 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,436 - $10,310 |
8.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,974 - $8,524. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,974 - $8,524 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$446 - $545 |
0.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $248 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,456 - $1,780 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$625 - $763 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,589 - $3,165 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,656 - $2,024 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,189 - $3,897.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,189 - $3,897 |
3.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$162 - $198 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,921 - $2,347 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$986 - $1,206 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,856 - $5,935. This is approximately 4.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,856 - $5,935 |
4.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$617 - $754 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$547 - $669 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$289 - $353 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$917 - $1,121 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$486 - $594 |
0.5% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$601 - $735 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$547 - $669 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$416 - $508 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$436 - $532 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,315 - $1,607, which is about 1.3% 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 $798 - $976, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,785 - $10,737 |
8.6% |
|
Bracelet
|
$295 - $361 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$294 - $360 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,708 - $6,976 |
5.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$374 - $458 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,315 - $1,607 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$798 - $976 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lexington SC area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $806 - $985.
| Other Events Cost |
$806 - $985 |
0.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$806 - $985 |
0.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$381 - $465 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Lexington SC spend between $6,236 - $7,622 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lexington SC with 400 guests spend between $2,488 - $3,040 on wedding photography, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Lexington SC is $1,891 - $2,311. This makes up a portion of your (1.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,236 - $7,622 |
6.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$270 - $330 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$384 - $470 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$393 - $481 |
0.4% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$294 - $360 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$516 - $630 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,488 - $3,040 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,891 - $2,311 |
1.8% |
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,888 - $2,308 |
1.8% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$1,888 - $2,308 |
1.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,381 - $5,355.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,381 - $5,355 |
4.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$486 - $594 |
0.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,895 - $4,761 |
3.8% |