For a wedding with 250 guests in the Chattanooga TN, the estimated total cost is around $49,317 - $60,277. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chattanooga TN is approximately $219. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,317 - $60,277.
The average wedding cost in Chattanooga TN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,317 - $60,277 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Apison TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $238 - $290. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $257 - $314.
In Apison TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,401 - $1,713. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,005 - $2,451 |
4.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$238 - $290 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$257 - $314 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,401 - $1,713 |
2.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Chattanooga TN is $981 - $1,199. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chattanooga TN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$981 - $1,199 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$981 - $1,199 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chattanooga TN is $210 - $256. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$210 - $256 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,304 - $1,594, which is 2.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chattanooga TN area is $904 - $1,104.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,304 - $1,594 |
2.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$904 - $1,104 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$401 - $490 |
0.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Chattanooga TN, you should budget approximately $27,197 - $33,241, which is about 55.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,197 - $33,241 |
55.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,406 - $6,608 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,422 - $12,738 |
21.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,520 - $9,191 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,849 - $4,705 |
7.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,101 - $5,013. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,101 - $5,013 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$406 - $496 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$207 - $253 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$883 - $1,079 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$529 - $647 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,231 - $1,505 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$845 - $1,033 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,715 - $2,096.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,715 - $2,096 |
3.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$876 - $1,070 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$596 - $728 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,242 - $2,740. This is approximately 4.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,242 - $2,740 |
4.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$374 - $457 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$174 - $212 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$555 - $679 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$294 - $360 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$330 - $404 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$252 - $308 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$263 - $321 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $787 - $961, which is about 1.6% 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 $477 - $583, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,679 - $5,719 |
9.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,416 - $4,175 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$787 - $961 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$477 - $583 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chattanooga TN area is $233 - $285. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$233 - $285 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$233 - $285 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $665 - $813.
| Other Events Cost |
$665 - $813 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$665 - $813 |
1.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$372 - $454 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$372 - $454 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Chattanooga TN spend between $3,614 - $4,417 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chattanooga TN with 250 guests spend between $2,053 - $2,509 on wedding photography, which is about 4.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chattanooga TN is $1,561 - $1,907. This makes up a portion of your (3.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,614 - $4,417 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,053 - $2,509 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,561 - $1,907 |
3.2% |