For a wedding with 400 guests in the Anchorage AK, the estimated total cost is around $112,776 - $137,838. 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 $313. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $112,776 - $137,838.
The average wedding cost in Anchorage AK is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $112,776 - $137,838 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Arvada CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $710 - $868. 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 $767 - $937.
In Arvada CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,190 - $5,122. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,996 - $7,328 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$710 - $868 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$329 - $402 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$767 - $937 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,190 - $5,122 |
3.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Anchorage AK is $2,486 - $3,038. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Anchorage AK area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $8 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,486 - $3,038 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,486 - $3,038 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Anchorage AK is $259 - $317. 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 |
$259 - $317 |
0.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$141 - $173 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,769 - $2,163, which is 1.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Anchorage AK area is $1,769 - $2,163.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,769 - $2,163 |
1.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,769 - $2,163 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Anchorage AK, you should budget approximately $57,839 - $70,693, which is about 51.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$57,839 - $70,693 |
51.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$14,181 - $17,333 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$27,338 - $33,413 |
24.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$16,321 - $19,947 |
14.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,515 - $10,407. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,515 - $10,407 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$702 - $858 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,661 - $2,031 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,037 - $1,267 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$3,119 - $3,812 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,996 - $2,440 |
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 $3,419 - $4,179.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,419 - $4,179 |
3.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,298 - $2,808 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,121 - $1,371 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,236 - $3,956. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,236 - $3,956 |
2.9% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,046 - $1,278 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$536 - $656 |
0.5% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$685 - $837 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$474 - $580 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$495 - $605 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,286 - $2,794, 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 $1,389 - $1,697, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$15,278 - $18,674 |
13.5% |
|
Bracelet
|
$512 - $626 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$510 - $624 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$9,930 - $12,136 |
8.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$652 - $796 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,286 - $2,794 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,389 - $1,697 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Anchorage AK area is $313 - $383. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$313 - $383 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$313 - $383 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,302 - $1,592.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,302 - $1,592 |
1.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,302 - $1,592 |
1.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$500 - $612 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$500 - $612 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Anchorage AK spend between $5,545 - $6,777 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Anchorage AK with 400 guests spend between $4,021 - $4,915 on wedding photography, which is about 3.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,545 - $6,777 |
4.9% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$356 - $435 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$491 - $600 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$678 - $828 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,021 - $4,915 |
3.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Anchorage AK is estimated to be $5,678 - $6,940. This service accounts for 5.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,678 - $6,940 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,678 - $6,940 |
5.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $639 - $781.
| Transportation Cost |
$639 - $781 |
0.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$639 - $781 |
0.6% |