For a wedding with 175 guests in the Anchorage AK, the estimated total cost is around $53,586 - $65,494. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Anchorage AK is approximately $340. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,586 - $65,494.
The average wedding cost in Anchorage AK is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,586 - $65,494 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Anchorage AK, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $377 - $461. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $406 - $496.
In Anchorage AK, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,223 - $2,717. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,181 - $3,887 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$377 - $461 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$175 - $213 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$406 - $496 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,223 - $2,717 |
4.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Anchorage AK is $730 - $892. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Anchorage AK area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$730 - $892 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$730 - $892 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Anchorage AK is $135 - $165. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,042 - $2,496, which is 3.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Anchorage AK area is $1,415 - $1,729.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,042 - $2,496 |
3.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,415 - $1,729 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$627 - $767 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Anchorage AK, you should budget approximately $22,928 - $28,023, which is about 42.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,928 - $28,023 |
42.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,873 - $4,733 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,465 - $9,123 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,834 - $10,798 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,756 - $3,368 |
5.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,277 - $5,227. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,277 - $5,227 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$680 - $831 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$309 - $377 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$491 - $601 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,053 - $1,287 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,064 - $1,300 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$680 - $832 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $627 - $767.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$627 - $767 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$627 - $767 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,028 - $1,256. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,028 - $1,256 |
1.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$310 - $378 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$185 - $226 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,197 - $1,463, which is about 2.2% 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 $726 - $888, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,732 - $9,450 |
14.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$267 - $327 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,199 - $6,355 |
9.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$342 - $418 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,197 - $1,463 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$726 - $888 |
1.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,041 - $1,273.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,041 - $1,273 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,041 - $1,273 |
1.9% |
On average, couples in Anchorage AK spend between $7,672 - $9,376 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Anchorage AK with 175 guests spend between $4,100 - $5,012 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Anchorage AK is $3,116 - $3,808. This makes up a portion of your (5.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,672 - $9,376 |
14.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$455 - $557 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,100 - $5,012 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,116 - $3,808 |
5.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Anchorage AK is estimated to be $2,194 - $2,682. This service accounts for 4.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,194 - $2,682 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,194 - $2,682 |
4.1% |