For a wedding with 250 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $49,426 - $60,410. 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 $220. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,426 - $60,410.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,426 - $60,410 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 $200 - $244. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $212 - $259.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,196 - $1,462. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,697 - $2,074 |
3.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$200 - $244 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$212 - $259 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,196 - $1,462 |
2.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Louisville KY is $918 - $1,122. 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 $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$918 - $1,122 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$918 - $1,122 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $214 - $262. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,953 - $3,609, which is 6.0% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Louisville KY typically budget around $2,539 - $3,103 which is 5.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,953 - $3,609 |
6.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$414 - $506 |
0.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,539 - $3,103 |
5.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Louisville KY, you should budget approximately $26,052 - $31,842, which is about 52.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,052 - $31,842 |
52.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,933 - $6,029 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,593 - $11,725 |
19.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,030 - $9,814 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,497 - $4,274 |
7.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,764 - $4,600. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,764 - $4,600 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$452 - $552 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$662 - $810 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$573 - $701 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,158 - $1,416 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$716 - $876 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,428 - $1,746.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,428 - $1,746 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$801 - $979 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$421 - $515 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,456 - $1,780. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,456 - $1,780 |
2.9% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$206 - $252 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$392 - $479 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$206 - $252 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$211 - $257 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$169 - $207 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $709 - $867, which is about 1.4% 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 $422 - $516, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,131 - $1,383 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$709 - $867 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$422 - $516 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $4,479 - $5,475 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 250 guests spend between $2,176 - $2,660 on wedding photography, which is about 4.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Louisville KY is $1,593 - $1,947. This makes up a portion of your (3.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,479 - $5,475 |
9.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$321 - $393 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$389 - $475 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,176 - $2,660 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,593 - $1,947 |
3.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Louisville KY is estimated to be $3,198 - $3,908. This service accounts for 6.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,198 - $3,908 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,198 - $3,908 |
6.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,136 - $2,610.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,136 - $2,610 |
4.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$481 - $587 |
1.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,655 - $2,023 |
3.3% |