For a wedding with 38 guests in the Anchorage AK, the estimated total cost is around $27,806 - $33,985. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Anchorage AK is approximately $813. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $27,806 - $33,985.
The average wedding cost in Anchorage AK is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $27,806 - $33,985 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Anchorage AK, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $362 - $442. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
In Anchorage AK, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,132 - $2,606. This represents about 7.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,494 - $3,048 |
9.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$362 - $442 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,132 - $2,606 |
7.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Anchorage AK is $131 - $160. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$131 - $160 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $160 |
0.5% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,098 - $6,230, which is 18.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Anchorage AK area is $1,364 - $1,667.
For a live band, couples in Anchorage AK typically budget around $3,734 - $4,564 which is 13.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,098 - $6,230 |
18.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,364 - $1,667 |
4.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,734 - $4,564 |
13.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Anchorage AK, you should budget approximately $5,950 - $7,272, which is about 21.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,950 - $7,272 |
21.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$678 - $828 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,307 - $1,597 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,483 - $4,257 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$482 - $590 |
1.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $921 - $1,125. This accounts for roughly 3.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$921 - $1,125 |
3.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$651 - $795 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$165 - $201 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$105 - $129 |
0.4% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $544 - $664.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$544 - $664 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$142 - $174 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$192 - $234 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$137 - $167 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$73 - $89 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $182 - $222. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$182 - $222 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$33 - $41 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,156 - $1,412, which is about 4.2% 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 $701 - $857, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,857 - $2,269 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,156 - $1,412 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$701 - $857 |
2.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,004 - $1,227.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,004 - $1,227 |
3.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,004 - $1,227 |
3.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$500 - $612 |
1.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$500 - $612 |
1.8% |
On average, couples in Anchorage AK spend between $7,012 - $8,570 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 25.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Anchorage AK with 38 guests spend between $3,984 - $4,870 on wedding photography, which is about 14.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Anchorage AK is $3,028 - $3,700. This makes up a portion of your (10.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,012 - $8,570 |
25.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,984 - $4,870 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,028 - $3,700 |
10.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Anchorage AK is estimated to be $2,115 - $2,585. This service accounts for 7.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,115 - $2,585 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,115 - $2,585 |
7.6% |