For a wedding with 38 guests in the Fort Lauderdale FL, the estimated total cost is around $15,523 - $18,973. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Fort Lauderdale FL is approximately $454. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $15,523 - $18,973.
The average wedding cost in Fort Lauderdale FL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $15,523 - $18,973 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Fort Lauderdale FL is $131 - $160. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Fort Lauderdale FL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$131 - $160 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$131 - $160 |
0.8% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,091 - $1,333, which is 7.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fort Lauderdale FL area is $1,091 - $1,333.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,091 - $1,333 |
7.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,091 - $1,333 |
7.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Fort Lauderdale FL, you should budget approximately $6,267 - $7,659, which is about 40.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,267 - $7,659 |
40.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$697 - $851 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,343 - $1,641 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,731 - $4,561 |
24.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$496 - $606 |
3.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $815 - $996. This accounts for roughly 5.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$815 - $996 |
5.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$448 - $548 |
2.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $249 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$163 - $199 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $113 - $138.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$113 - $138 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$113 - $138 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $23 - $29. This is approximately 0.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$23 - $29 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $29 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $947 - $1,157, which is about 6.1% 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 $575 - $703, which is about 3.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,522 - $1,860 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$947 - $1,157 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$575 - $703 |
3.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $803 - $981.
| Other Events Cost |
$803 - $981 |
5.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$803 - $981 |
5.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$396 - $484 |
2.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$396 - $484 |
2.6% |
On average, couples in Fort Lauderdale FL spend between $4,364 - $5,334 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 28.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fort Lauderdale FL with 38 guests spend between $2,480 - $3,031 on wedding photography, which is about 16.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Fort Lauderdale FL is $1,885 - $2,303. This makes up a portion of your (12.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,364 - $5,334 |
28.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,480 - $3,031 |
16.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,885 - $2,303 |
12.1% |