For a wedding with 400 guests in the Atlanta GA, the estimated total cost is around $98,052 - $119,842. 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 $272. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $98,052 - $119,842.
The average wedding cost in Atlanta GA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $98,052 - $119,842 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Kennesaw GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $332 - $406. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $358 - $438.
In Kennesaw GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,960 - $2,396. This represents about 2.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,804 - $3,428 |
2.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$332 - $406 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$154 - $188 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$358 - $438 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,960 - $2,396 |
2.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Atlanta GA is $2,143 - $2,619. 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 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,143 - $2,619 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,143 - $2,619 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Atlanta GA is $252 - $308. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$252 - $308 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,913 - $2,339, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Atlanta GA area is $1,326 - $1,620.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,913 - $2,339 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,326 - $1,620 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$588 - $718 |
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 $56,067 - $68,527, which is about 57.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$56,067 - $68,527 |
57.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,974 - $14,634 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$23,086 - $28,216 |
23.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,484 - $15,258 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,524 - $10,418 |
8.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,447 - $9,101. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,447 - $9,101 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$551 - $673 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$251 - $307 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,431 - $1,749 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$797 - $975 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,694 - $3,292 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,723 - $2,105 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,173 - $3,879.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,173 - $3,879 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $138 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$152 - $186 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,941 - $2,373 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$968 - $1,183 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,193 - $5,125. This is approximately 4.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,193 - $5,125 |
4.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$608 - $744 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$536 - $656 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$283 - $345 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$903 - $1,103 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$488 - $596 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$536 - $656 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$411 - $503 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$428 - $523 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,081 - $1,321, which is about 1.1% 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 $655 - $801, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,222 - $8,826 |
7.4% |
|
Bracelet
|
$243 - $297 |
0.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$241 - $295 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,693 - $5,735 |
4.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$309 - $377 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,081 - $1,321 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$655 - $801 |
0.7% |
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 $977 - $1,194.
| Other Events Cost |
$977 - $1,194 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$977 - $1,194 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Atlanta GA spend between $8,407 - $10,275 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Atlanta GA with 400 guests spend between $3,542 - $4,329 on wedding photography, which is about 3.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Atlanta GA is $2,691 - $3,289. This makes up a portion of your (2.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,407 - $10,275 |
8.6% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$285 - $349 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$361 - $441 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$415 - $507 |
0.4% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$311 - $380 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$803 - $981 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,542 - $4,329 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,691 - $3,289 |
2.7% |
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,288 - $2,796 |
2.3% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$2,288 - $2,796 |
2.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $513 - $627.
| Transportation Cost |
$513 - $627 |
0.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$513 - $627 |
0.5% |