For a wedding with 175 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $35,314 - $43,162. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $224. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,314 - $43,162.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,314 - $43,162 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $251 - $307. 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 $271 - $331.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,481 - $1,811. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,120 - $2,591 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$271 - $331 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,481 - $1,811 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Louisville KY is $560 - $684. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Louisville KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$560 - $684 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$560 - $684 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $214 - $262. 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 |
$214 - $262 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,341 - $1,639, which is 3.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $929 - $1,135.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,341 - $1,639 |
3.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$929 - $1,135 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$412 - $504 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Louisville KY, you should budget approximately $17,656 - $21,580, which is about 50.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,656 - $21,580 |
50.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,082 - $3,766 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,939 - $7,259 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,443 - $7,875 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,192 - $2,680 |
6.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,696 - $3,295. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,696 - $3,295 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$418 - $510 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$190 - $232 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$392 - $480 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$544 - $664 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$702 - $858 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$450 - $550 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,022 - $1,249.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,022 - $1,249 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$500 - $611 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$266 - $325 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $996 - $1,218. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$996 - $1,218 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$167 - $204 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$248 - $303 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$147 - $179 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $831 - $1,015, 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 $504 - $616, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,943 - $6,041 |
14.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,608 - $4,410 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$831 - $1,015 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$504 - $616 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Louisville KY area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $684 - $836.
| Other Events Cost |
$684 - $836 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$684 - $836 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $468 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $468 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $2,462 - $3,009 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 175 guests spend between $2,111 - $2,581 on wedding photography, which is about 6.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,462 - $3,009 |
7.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$350 - $428 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,111 - $2,581 |
6.0% |