For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chattanooga TN, the estimated total cost is around $44,544 - $54,442. 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 $283. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,544 - $54,442.
The average wedding cost in Chattanooga TN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,544 - $54,442 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chattanooga TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $264 - $322. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $284 - $347.
In Chattanooga TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,552 - $1,896. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,221 - $2,715 |
5.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$264 - $322 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$284 - $347 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,552 - $1,896 |
3.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chattanooga TN is $689 - $842. 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 |
$689 - $842 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$689 - $842 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chattanooga TN is $220 - $268. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$220 - $268 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,370 - $1,674, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chattanooga TN area is $950 - $1,161.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,370 - $1,674 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$950 - $1,161 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$420 - $514 |
0.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Chattanooga TN, you should budget approximately $19,630 - $23,992, which is about 44.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,630 - $23,992 |
44.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,671 - $4,487 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,078 - $8,650 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,267 - $7,659 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,615 - $3,196 |
5.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,120 - $3,814. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,120 - $3,814 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$446 - $545 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $248 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$444 - $542 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$571 - $697 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$865 - $1,057 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$593 - $725 |
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 $1,140 - $1,394.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,140 - $1,394 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$595 - $727 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$300 - $366 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,112 - $1,360. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,112 - $1,360 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$188 - $230 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$280 - $342 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$167 - $204 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $844 - $1,032, which is about 1.9% 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 $512 - $626, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,021 - $6,137 |
11.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,665 - $4,479 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$844 - $1,032 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$512 - $626 |
1.1% |
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 $698 - $854.
| Other Events Cost |
$698 - $854 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$698 - $854 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$372 - $454 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$372 - $454 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Chattanooga TN spend between $4,568 - $5,583 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chattanooga TN with 175 guests spend between $2,405 - $2,939 on wedding photography, which is about 5.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chattanooga TN is $1,828 - $2,234. This makes up a portion of your (4.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,568 - $5,583 |
10.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$335 - $409 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,405 - $2,939 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,828 - $2,234 |
4.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chattanooga TN is estimated to be $3,046 - $3,722. This service accounts for 6.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,046 - $3,722 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,046 - $3,722 |
6.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,104 - $1,350.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,104 - $1,350 |
2.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,104 - $1,350 |
2.5% |