For a wedding with 400 guests in the Gulfport MS, the estimated total cost is around $61,772 - $75,500. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Gulfport MS is approximately $172. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,772 - $75,500.
The average wedding cost in Gulfport MS is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,772 - $75,500 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Gulfport MS, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $184 - $224. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $218 - $266.
In Gulfport MS, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,193 - $1,459. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,670 - $2,041 |
2.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$184 - $224 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$75 - $91 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$218 - $266 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,193 - $1,459 |
1.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Gulfport MS is $1,715 - $2,096. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Gulfport MS area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,715 - $2,096 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,715 - $2,096 |
2.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Gulfport MS is $199 - $243. 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 |
$199 - $243 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$69 - $85 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,545 - $3,111, which is 4.1% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Gulfport MS typically budget around $2,545 - $3,111 which is 4.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,545 - $3,111 |
4.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,545 - $3,111 |
4.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Gulfport MS, you should budget approximately $34,403 - $42,049, which is about 55.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$34,403 - $42,049 |
55.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$9,460 - $11,562 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$18,373 - $22,455 |
29.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$6,571 - $8,031 |
10.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,472 - $6,688. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,472 - $6,688 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$341 - $417 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$148 - $180 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,285 - $1,571 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$429 - $525 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,910 - $2,334 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,359 - $1,661 |
2.2% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,363 - $2,888.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,363 - $2,888 |
3.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,574 - $1,924 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$788 - $964 |
1.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,867 - $3,504. This is approximately 4.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,867 - $3,504 |
4.6% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$533 - $651 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$233 - $285 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$749 - $915 |
1.2% |
|
Postage
|
$440 - $538 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$528 - $646 |
0.9% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$383 - $469 |
0.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Gulfport MS area is $217 - $265. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$217 - $265 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$217 - $265 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Gulfport MS spend between $3,310 - $4,046 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Gulfport MS with 400 guests spend between $1,785 - $2,181 on wedding photography, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Gulfport MS is $1,526 - $1,865. This makes up a portion of your (2.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,310 - $4,046 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,785 - $2,181 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,526 - $1,865 |
2.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Gulfport MS is estimated to be $2,461 - $3,007. This service accounts for 4.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,461 - $3,007 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,461 - $3,007 |
4.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,552 - $5,564.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,552 - $5,564 |
7.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,552 - $5,564 |
7.4% |