For a wedding with 38 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $20,171 - $24,653. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $590. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $20,171 - $24,653.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $20,171 - $24,653 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Mechanicsburg PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $275 - $336. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $296 - $362.
In Mechanicsburg PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,619 - $1,979. This represents about 8.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,317 - $2,831 |
11.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$275 - $336 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$127 - $155 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$296 - $362 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,619 - $1,979 |
8.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Mechanicsburg PA is $184 - $224. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$184 - $224 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.4% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,516 - $1,852, which is 7.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Mechanicsburg PA area is $1,049 - $1,283.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,516 - $1,852 |
7.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,049 - $1,283 |
5.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$466 - $570 |
2.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Mechanicsburg PA, you should budget approximately $5,045 - $6,166, which is about 25.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,045 - $6,166 |
25.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$595 - $727 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,147 - $1,401 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,880 - $3,520 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$423 - $517 |
2.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,683 - $2,057. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,683 - $2,057 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$500 - $612 |
2.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$228 - $278 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$78 - $96 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$640 - $782 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$144 - $176 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$93 - $113 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $149 - $183.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$149 - $183 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$96 - $118 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$53 - $65 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $196 - $240. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$196 - $240 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$33 - $41 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$15 - $19 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$30 - $36 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $885 - $1,081, which is about 4.4% 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 $536 - $656, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,260 - $6,428 |
26.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,839 - $4,692 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$885 - $1,081 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$536 - $656 |
2.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Mechanicsburg PA area is $271 - $331. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$271 - $331 |
1.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$271 - $331 |
1.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $773 - $945.
| Other Events Cost |
$773 - $945 |
3.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$773 - $945 |
3.8% |
On average, couples in Mechanicsburg PA spend between $2,778 - $3,396 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Mechanicsburg PA with 38 guests spend between $2,387 - $2,917 on wedding photography, which is about 11.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,778 - $3,396 |
13.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$392 - $479 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,387 - $2,917 |
11.8% |