For a wedding with 38 guests in the Richmond VA, the estimated total cost is around $21,900 - $26,766. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Richmond VA is approximately $640. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $21,900 - $26,766.
The average wedding cost in Richmond VA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $21,900 - $26,766 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Montpelier VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $325 - $397. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $351 - $429.
In Montpelier VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,916 - $2,342. This represents about 8.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,742 - $3,352 |
12.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$325 - $397 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$150 - $184 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$351 - $429 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,916 - $2,342 |
8.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Montpelier VA is $192 - $234. 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 |
$192 - $234 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.4% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,571 - $1,921, which is 7.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Richmond VA area is $1,089 - $1,331.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,571 - $1,921 |
7.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,089 - $1,331 |
5.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$482 - $590 |
2.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Richmond VA, you should budget approximately $5,016 - $6,130, which is about 22.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,016 - $6,130 |
22.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$599 - $732 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,154 - $1,410 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,837 - $3,467 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$427 - $521 |
1.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,887 - $2,307. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,887 - $2,307 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$513 - $627 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$232 - $284 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$86 - $106 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$779 - $953 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$168 - $206 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$108 - $132 |
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 $156 - $190.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$156 - $190 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$97 - $119 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$59 - $72 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $215 - $263. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$215 - $263 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$37 - $45 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$55 - $67 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$32 - $40 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,040 - $1,271, which is about 4.7% 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 $631 - $771, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,185 - $7,559 |
28.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,514 - $5,518 |
20.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,040 - $1,271 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$631 - $771 |
2.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Richmond VA area is $262 - $320. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$262 - $320 |
1.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$262 - $320 |
1.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $802 - $980.
| Other Events Cost |
$802 - $980 |
3.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$802 - $980 |
3.7% |
On average, couples in Richmond VA spend between $2,872 - $3,510 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Richmond VA with 38 guests spend between $2,476 - $3,026 on wedding photography, which is about 11.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,872 - $3,510 |
13.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$396 - $484 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,476 - $3,026 |
11.3% |