For a wedding with 400 guests in the Carmel IN, the estimated total cost is around $87,760 - $107,262. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Carmel IN is approximately $244. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $87,760 - $107,262.
The average wedding cost in Carmel IN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $87,760 - $107,262 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Carmel IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $541 - $661. 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 $583 - $713.
In Carmel IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,190 - $3,898. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,565 - $5,579 |
5.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$541 - $661 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$251 - $307 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$583 - $713 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,190 - $3,898 |
3.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Carmel IN is $1,923 - $2,351. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Carmel IN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,923 - $2,351 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,923 - $2,351 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Carmel IN is $250 - $306. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,751 - $2,140, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Carmel IN area is $1,212 - $1,482.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,751 - $2,140 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,212 - $1,482 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$538 - $658 |
0.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Carmel IN, you should budget approximately $50,759 - $62,039, which is about 57.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$50,759 - $62,039 |
57.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,949 - $13,382 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,105 - $25,795 |
24.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,913 - $13,338 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,793 - $9,525 |
8.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,845 - $8,367. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,845 - $8,367 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$520 - $636 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$236 - $288 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,425 - $1,741 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$714 - $872 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,410 - $2,946 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,541 - $1,883 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,054 - $3,732.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,054 - $3,732 |
3.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$134 - $164 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$181 - $221 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,776 - $2,170 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$963 - $1,177 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,640 - $4,448. This is approximately 4.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,640 - $4,448 |
4.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$607 - $741 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$283 - $345 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$899 - $1,099 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$483 - $591 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$536 - $655 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$408 - $498 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$425 - $519 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,724 - $2,107, which is about 2.0% 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 $1,047 - $1,279, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,257 - $12,537 |
11.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,487 - $9,151 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,724 - $2,107 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,047 - $1,279 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Carmel IN area is $246 - $300. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$246 - $300 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$246 - $300 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $893 - $1,091.
| Other Events Cost |
$893 - $1,091 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$893 - $1,091 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$392 - $480 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$392 - $480 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Carmel IN spend between $3,185 - $3,893 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Carmel IN with 400 guests spend between $2,755 - $3,367 on wedding photography, which is about 3.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,185 - $3,893 |
3.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$430 - $526 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,755 - $3,367 |
3.1% |