For a wedding with 400 guests in the Cincinnati OH, the estimated total cost is around $65,925 - $80,575. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cincinnati OH is approximately $183. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $65,925 - $80,575.
The average wedding cost in Cincinnati OH is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $65,925 - $80,575 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cincinnati OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $230 - $281. 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 $256 - $312.
In Cincinnati OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,402 - $1,714. This represents about 2.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,980 - $2,420 |
3.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$230 - $281 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$93 - $113 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$256 - $312 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,402 - $1,714 |
2.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Cincinnati OH is $1,672 - $2,044. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cincinnati OH area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,672 - $2,044 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,672 - $2,044 |
2.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cincinnati OH is $212 - $260. 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 |
$212 - $260 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,221 - $1,493, which is 1.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cincinnati OH area is $822 - $1,004.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,221 - $1,493 |
1.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$822 - $1,004 |
1.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$400 - $488 |
0.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Cincinnati OH, you should budget approximately $38,834 - $47,464, which is about 58.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$38,834 - $47,464 |
58.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$8,241 - $10,073 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$16,005 - $19,561 |
24.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,385 - $10,249 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$6,203 - $7,581 |
9.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,402 - $6,602. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,402 - $6,602 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$391 - $477 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$169 - $207 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,165 - $1,423 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$488 - $596 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,864 - $2,278 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,326 - $1,620 |
2.0% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,453 - $2,998.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,453 - $2,998 |
3.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$88 - $108 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$163 - $199 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,489 - $1,819 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$713 - $871 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,462 - $4,232. This is approximately 5.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,462 - $4,232 |
5.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$510 - $624 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$210 - $256 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$677 - $827 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$375 - $459 |
0.6% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$521 - $637 |
0.8% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$478 - $584 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$344 - $420 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$347 - $425 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $752 - $920, which is about 1.1% 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 $453 - $553, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,913 - $6,005 |
7.5% |
|
Bracelet
|
$161 - $197 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,313 - $4,049 |
5.0% |
|
Necklace
|
$234 - $286 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$752 - $920 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$453 - $553 |
0.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cincinnati OH area is $229 - $279. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$229 - $279 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$229 - $279 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $659 - $805.
| Other Events Cost |
$659 - $805 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$659 - $805 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Cincinnati OH spend between $4,485 - $5,481 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cincinnati OH with 400 guests spend between $1,931 - $2,360 on wedding photography, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Cincinnati OH is $1,650 - $2,016. This makes up a portion of your (2.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,485 - $5,481 |
6.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$293 - $359 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$373 - $455 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,931 - $2,360 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,650 - $2,016 |
2.5% |