For a wedding with 38 guests in the Ellijay GA, the estimated total cost is around $18,755 - $22,923. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Ellijay GA is approximately $548. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $18,755 - $22,923.
The average wedding cost in Ellijay GA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $18,755 - $22,923 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Ellijay GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $167 - $204. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $185 - $227.
In Ellijay GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,022 - $1,250. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,443 - $1,763 |
7.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$167 - $204 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$68 - $84 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$185 - $227 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,022 - $1,250 |
5.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Ellijay GA is $112 - $136. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Ellijay GA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$112 - $136 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$112 - $136 |
0.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Ellijay GA is $199 - $243. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$199 - $243 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$68 - $84 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,141 - $1,395, which is 6.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Ellijay GA area is $768 - $938.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,141 - $1,395 |
6.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$768 - $938 |
4.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$374 - $457 |
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 Ellijay GA, you should budget approximately $4,289 - $5,243, which is about 22.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,289 - $5,243 |
22.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$525 - $641 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,019 - $1,245 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,351 - $2,873 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$395 - $483 |
2.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,234 - $1,508. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,234 - $1,508 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$343 - $419 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$149 - $183 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$91 - $111 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$438 - $536 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$124 - $152 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$88 - $108 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $378 - $462.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$378 - $462 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$80 - $98 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$148 - $180 |
0.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$95 - $116 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$56 - $68 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $223 - $273. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$223 - $273 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$40 - $48 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$16 - $20 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$53 - $65 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$37 - $45 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $598 - $730, which is about 3.2% 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 $360 - $440, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,745 - $4,577 |
20.0% |
|
Earrings
|
$152 - $186 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,635 - $3,221 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$598 - $730 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$360 - $440 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Ellijay GA area is $224 - $274. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$224 - $274 |
1.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$224 - $274 |
1.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $615 - $751.
| Other Events Cost |
$615 - $751 |
3.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$615 - $751 |
3.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$395 - $483 |
2.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$395 - $483 |
2.1% |
On average, couples in Ellijay GA spend between $2,067 - $2,527 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Ellijay GA with 38 guests spend between $1,802 - $2,202 on wedding photography, which is about 9.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,067 - $2,527 |
11.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$266 - $325 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,802 - $2,202 |
9.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Ellijay GA is estimated to be $2,483 - $3,035. This service accounts for 13.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,483 - $3,035 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,483 - $3,035 |
13.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $207 - $253.
| Transportation Cost |
$207 - $253 |
1.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$207 - $253 |
1.1% |