For a wedding with 38 guests in the Charlottesville VA, the estimated total cost is around $26,151 - $31,963. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlottesville VA is approximately $765. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $26,151 - $31,963.
The average wedding cost in Charlottesville VA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $26,151 - $31,963 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Henrico VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $400 - $488. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $432 - $528.
In Henrico VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,358 - $2,882. This represents about 9.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,375 - $4,125 |
12.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$400 - $488 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$185 - $227 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$432 - $528 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,358 - $2,882 |
9.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Charlottesville VA is $143 - $175. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlottesville VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$143 - $175 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$143 - $175 |
0.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlottesville VA is $176 - $216. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$176 - $216 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,702 - $2,080, which is 6.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlottesville VA area is $1,179 - $1,441.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,702 - $2,080 |
6.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,179 - $1,441 |
4.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$523 - $639 |
2.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Charlottesville VA, you should budget approximately $7,024 - $8,584, which is about 26.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,024 - $8,584 |
26.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$755 - $923 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,456 - $1,780 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,275 - $5,225 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$537 - $657 |
2.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,783 - $2,179. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,783 - $2,179 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$483 - $591 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$220 - $268 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$699 - $855 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$180 - $220 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$115 - $141 |
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 $353 - $431.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$353 - $431 |
1.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$172 - $210 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$122 - $150 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $193 - $235. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$193 - $235 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$37 - $45 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$32 - $40 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
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 $1,285 - $1,571, which is about 4.9% 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 $780 - $954, which is about 3.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,720 - $3,324 |
10.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$287 - $351 |
1.1% |
|
Necklace
|
$367 - $449 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,285 - $1,571 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$780 - $954 |
3.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlottesville VA area is $258 - $316. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$258 - $316 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$258 - $316 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $868 - $1,060.
| Other Events Cost |
$868 - $1,060 |
3.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$868 - $1,060 |
3.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$412 - $504 |
1.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$412 - $504 |
1.6% |
On average, couples in Charlottesville VA spend between $5,126 - $6,266 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlottesville VA with 38 guests spend between $2,680 - $3,276 on wedding photography, which is about 10.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlottesville VA is $2,038 - $2,490. This makes up a portion of your (7.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,126 - $6,266 |
19.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$409 - $499 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,680 - $3,276 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,038 - $2,490 |
7.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charlottesville VA is estimated to be $1,830 - $2,236. This service accounts for 7.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,830 - $2,236 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,830 - $2,236 |
7.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $189 - $231.
| Transportation Cost |
$189 - $231 |
0.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$189 - $231 |
0.7% |