For a wedding with 38 guests in the Aiken SC, the estimated total cost is around $17,402 - $21,269. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Aiken SC is approximately $509. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $17,402 - $21,269.
The average wedding cost in Aiken SC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $17,402 - $21,269 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Aiken SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $243 - $297. 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 $258 - $316.
In Aiken SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,461 - $1,785. This represents about 8.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,071 - $2,531 |
11.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$243 - $297 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$109 - $133 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$258 - $316 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,461 - $1,785 |
8.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Aiken SC is $119 - $145. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Aiken SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$119 - $145 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$119 - $145 |
0.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Aiken SC is $188 - $230. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$188 - $230 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$62 - $76 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $62 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $848 - $1,036, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Aiken SC area is $848 - $1,036.
| Entertainment Cost |
$848 - $1,036 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$848 - $1,036 |
4.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Aiken SC, you should budget approximately $4,916 - $6,008, which is about 28.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,916 - $6,008 |
28.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$632 - $772 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,229 - $1,502 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,608 - $3,188 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$447 - $547 |
2.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,337 - $1,635. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,337 - $1,635 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$369 - $451 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$165 - $201 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$76 - $92 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$485 - $593 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$150 - $184 |
0.9% |
|
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 $103 - $125.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$103 - $125 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$103 - $125 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $154 - $188. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$154 - $188 |
0.9% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$45 - $55 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$20 - $24 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$27 - $33 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$20 - $24 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $831 - $1,015, which is about 4.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,488 - $5,486 |
25.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,658 - $4,470 |
21.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$831 - $1,015 |
4.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Aiken SC area is $234 - $286. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$234 - $286 |
1.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
1.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $649 - $793.
| Other Events Cost |
$649 - $793 |
3.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$649 - $793 |
3.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$377 - $461 |
2.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$377 - $461 |
2.2% |
On average, couples in Aiken SC spend between $1,918 - $2,344 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Aiken SC with 38 guests spend between $1,918 - $2,344 on wedding photography, which is about 11.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,918 - $2,344 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,918 - $2,344 |
11.0% |