For a wedding with 400 guests in the Atlanta GA, the estimated total cost is around $81,356 - $99,435. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Atlanta GA is approximately $226. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $81,356 - $99,435.
The average wedding cost in Atlanta GA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $81,356 - $99,435 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Alpharetta GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $446 - $545. 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 $480 - $586.
In Alpharetta GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,620 - $3,202. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,750 - $4,584 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$446 - $545 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$205 - $251 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$480 - $586 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,620 - $3,202 |
3.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Atlanta GA is $1,956 - $2,390. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Atlanta GA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,956 - $2,390 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,956 - $2,390 |
2.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Atlanta GA is $89 - $109. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$89 - $109 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,585 - $1,937, which is 1.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Atlanta GA area is $1,098 - $1,342.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,585 - $1,937 |
1.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,098 - $1,342 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$487 - $595 |
0.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Atlanta GA, you should budget approximately $48,678 - $59,496, which is about 59.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$48,678 - $59,496 |
59.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,769 - $13,162 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,762 - $25,376 |
25.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,482 - $11,589 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,666 - $9,370 |
9.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,376 - $9,016. This accounts for roughly 9.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,376 - $9,016 |
9.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$552 - $674 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$251 - $307 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,357 - $1,659 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$798 - $976 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,695 - $3,293 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,724 - $2,107 |
2.1% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,974 - $3,634.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,974 - $3,634 |
3.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$132 - $162 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$178 - $218 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,746 - $2,134 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$917 - $1,121 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,494 - $4,270. This is approximately 4.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,494 - $4,270 |
4.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$578 - $706 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$267 - $327 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$855 - $1,045 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$491 - $601 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$509 - $623 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$388 - $474 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$405 - $495 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,290 - $1,576, 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 $782 - $956, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,072 - $2,532 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,290 - $1,576 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$782 - $956 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Atlanta GA area is $252 - $308. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$252 - $308 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$252 - $308 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $809 - $989.
| Other Events Cost |
$809 - $989 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$809 - $989 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Atlanta GA spend between $4,394 - $5,370 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Atlanta GA with 400 guests spend between $2,497 - $3,051 on wedding photography, which is about 3.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Atlanta GA is $1,897 - $2,319. This makes up a portion of your (2.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,394 - $5,370 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,497 - $3,051 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,897 - $2,319 |
2.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Atlanta GA is estimated to be $3,525 - $4,309. This service accounts for 4.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,525 - $4,309 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,525 - $4,309 |
4.3% |