For a wedding with 400 guests in the Columbus IN, the estimated total cost is around $79,504 - $97,172. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Columbus IN is approximately $221. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $79,504 - $97,172.
The average wedding cost in Columbus IN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $79,504 - $97,172 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Seymour IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $203 - $248. 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 $219 - $267.
In Seymour IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,208 - $1,476. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,721 - $2,103 |
2.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$203 - $248 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$92 - $112 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$219 - $267 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,208 - $1,476 |
1.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Columbus IN is $1,763 - $2,155. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Columbus IN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,763 - $2,155 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,763 - $2,155 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Columbus IN is $222 - $272. 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 |
$222 - $272 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,461 - $5,453, which is 5.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Columbus IN area is $1,049 - $1,282.
For a live band, couples in Columbus IN typically budget around $2,948 - $3,604 which is 3.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,461 - $5,453 |
5.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,049 - $1,282 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$464 - $568 |
0.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,948 - $3,604 |
3.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Columbus IN, you should budget approximately $47,396 - $57,928, which is about 59.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$47,396 - $57,928 |
59.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,218 - $12,488 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$19,837 - $24,245 |
25.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,139 - $12,392 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,203 - $8,803 |
9.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,525 - $7,975. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,525 - $7,975 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$541 - $661 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$241 - $295 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,143 - $1,397 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$615 - $751 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,431 - $2,971 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,554 - $1,900 |
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 $2,632 - $3,216.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,632 - $3,216 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$96 - $118 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$131 - $160 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,646 - $2,012 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$759 - $927 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,872 - $3,510. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,872 - $3,510 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$464 - $567 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$212 - $260 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$705 - $861 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$443 - $541 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$413 - $505 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$312 - $382 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$323 - $395 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $704 - $860, which is about 0.9% 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 $424 - $518, which is about 0.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,206 - $5,140 |
5.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,078 - $3,762 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$704 - $860 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$424 - $518 |
0.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Columbus IN area is $238 - $290. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$238 - $290 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$238 - $290 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $761 - $930.
| Other Events Cost |
$761 - $930 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$761 - $930 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$381 - $465 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Columbus IN spend between $2,742 - $3,352 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Columbus IN with 400 guests spend between $2,421 - $2,959 on wedding photography, which is about 3.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,742 - $3,352 |
3.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$321 - $393 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,421 - $2,959 |
3.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $3,586 - $4,382.
| Transportation Cost |
$3,586 - $4,382 |
4.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,586 - $4,382 |
4.5% |