For a wedding with 175 guests in the Carmel, the estimated total cost is around $36,722 - $44,882. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Carmel is approximately $233. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,722 - $44,882.
The average wedding cost in Carmel is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,722 - $44,882 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Carmel IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $405 - $495. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
In Carmel IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,388 - $2,918. This represents about 6.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,793 - $3,413 |
7.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$405 - $495 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,388 - $2,918 |
6.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Carmel is $653 - $798. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Carmel area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$653 - $798 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$653 - $798 |
1.8% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,780 - $2,176, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Carmel area is $1,233 - $1,507.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,780 - $2,176 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,233 - $1,507 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$547 - $669 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Carmel, you should budget approximately $20,759 - $25,372, which is about 56.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,759 - $25,372 |
56.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,562 - $4,354 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,866 - $8,392 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,795 - $9,527 |
21.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,535 - $3,099 |
6.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,572 - $4,366. This accounts for roughly 9.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,572 - $4,366 |
9.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$529 - $647 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$449 - $549 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$840 - $1,026 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$923 - $1,129 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$590 - $722 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $578 - $706.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$578 - $706 |
1.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$578 - $706 |
1.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,022 - $1,250. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,022 - $1,250 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$284 - $347 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$168 - $206 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Carmel area is $246 - $300. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$246 - $300 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$246 - $300 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Carmel spend between $5,320 - $6,502 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Carmel with 175 guests spend between $2,803 - $3,425 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Carmel is $2,130 - $2,604. This makes up a portion of your (5.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,320 - $6,502 |
14.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$387 - $473 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,803 - $3,425 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,130 - $2,604 |
5.8% |