For a wedding with 175 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $41,378 - $50,574. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Louisville KY is approximately $263. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,378 - $50,574.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,378 - $50,574 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $231 - $283. 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 $257 - $315.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,415 - $1,729. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,998 - $2,442 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$231 - $283 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$257 - $315 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,415 - $1,729 |
3.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Louisville KY is $558 - $682. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Louisville KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$558 - $682 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$558 - $682 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $221 - $270. 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 |
$221 - $270 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,265 - $1,546, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $851 - $1,041.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,265 - $1,546 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$851 - $1,041 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$413 - $505 |
1.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Louisville KY, you should budget approximately $15,727 - $19,221, which is about 38.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,727 - $19,221 |
38.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,622 - $3,204 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,091 - $6,223 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,040 - $7,382 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,974 - $2,412 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,546 - $3,112. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,546 - $3,112 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$406 - $496 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$176 - $216 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$394 - $482 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$505 - $617 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$622 - $760 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$443 - $541 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $967 - $1,181.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$967 - $1,181 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$164 - $200 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$473 - $579 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $971 - $1,187. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$971 - $1,187 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$172 - $210 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$230 - $281 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $764 - $934, which is about 1.8% 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 $460 - $562, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,590 - $5,610 |
11.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,366 - $4,114 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$764 - $934 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$460 - $562 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Louisville KY area is $230 - $282. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$230 - $282 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$230 - $282 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $682 - $834.
| Other Events Cost |
$682 - $834 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$682 - $834 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$406 - $496 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$406 - $496 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $4,450 - $5,438 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 175 guests spend between $1,999 - $2,443 on wedding photography, which is about 4.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Louisville KY is $1,709 - $2,089. This makes up a portion of your (4.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,450 - $5,438 |
10.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$294 - $360 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$447 - $547 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,999 - $2,443 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,709 - $2,089 |
4.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Louisville KY is estimated to be $1,597 - $1,951. This service accounts for 3.9% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Louisville KY is estimated to be $2,755 - $3,367. This service accounts for 6.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$6,350 - $7,761 |
15.3% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$1,998 - $2,442 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,597 - $1,951 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,755 - $3,367 |
6.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $419 - $513.
| Transportation Cost |
$419 - $513 |
1.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$419 - $513 |
1.0% |