For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chattanooga TN, the estimated total cost is around $33,053 - $40,398. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chattanooga TN is approximately $294. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,053 - $40,398.
The average wedding cost in Chattanooga TN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,053 - $40,398 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chattanooga TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $243 - $297. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $261 - $319.
In Chattanooga TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,429 - $1,747. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,046 - $2,500 |
6.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$243 - $297 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$261 - $319 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,429 - $1,747 |
4.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chattanooga TN is $440 - $538. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chattanooga TN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$440 - $538 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$440 - $538 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chattanooga TN is $208 - $254. 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 |
$208 - $254 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,777 - $4,617, which is 11.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chattanooga TN area is $904 - $1,104.
For a live band, couples in Chattanooga TN typically budget around $2,473 - $3,023 which is 7.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,777 - $4,617 |
11.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$904 - $1,104 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$401 - $490 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,473 - $3,023 |
7.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Chattanooga TN, you should budget approximately $13,792 - $16,856, which is about 41.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,792 - $16,856 |
41.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,403 - $2,937 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,631 - $5,661 |
14.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,046 - $6,168 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,711 - $2,091 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,291 - $2,800. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,291 - $2,800 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$398 - $486 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$284 - $348 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$523 - $639 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$552 - $674 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$353 - $431 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $827 - $1,011.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$827 - $1,011 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$390 - $476 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$192 - $234 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $940 - $1,148. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$940 - $1,148 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$121 - $147 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$117 - $143 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $809 - $989, which is about 2.4% 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 $491 - $600, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,893 - $2,313 |
5.7% |
|
Bracelet
|
$182 - $222 |
0.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$230 - $282 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$809 - $989 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$491 - $600 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chattanooga TN area is $233 - $285. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$233 - $285 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$233 - $285 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $665 - $813.
| Other Events Cost |
$665 - $813 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$665 - $813 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$372 - $454 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$372 - $454 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Chattanooga TN spend between $3,442 - $4,206 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chattanooga TN with 125 guests spend between $2,053 - $2,509 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,442 - $4,206 |
10.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$264 - $322 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$335 - $409 |
1.0% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$287 - $351 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$503 - $615 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,053 - $2,509 |
6.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chattanooga TN is estimated to be $1,401 - $1,713. This service accounts for 4.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,401 - $1,713 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,401 - $1,713 |
4.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $727 - $889.
| Transportation Cost |
$727 - $889 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$727 - $889 |
2.2% |