For a wedding with 38 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $20,030 - $24,482. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $586. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $20,030 - $24,482.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $20,030 - $24,482 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Fort Lauderdale FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $232 - $284. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $249 - $305.
In Fort Lauderdale FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,380 - $1,686. This represents about 6.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,966 - $2,402 |
9.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$232 - $284 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $128 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$249 - $305 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,380 - $1,686 |
6.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Fort Lauderdale FL is $116 - $142. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Fort Lauderdale FL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$116 - $142 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$116 - $142 |
0.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Fort Lauderdale FL is $228 - $278. 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 |
$228 - $278 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,391 - $1,700, which is 6.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fort Lauderdale FL area is $964 - $1,178.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,391 - $1,700 |
6.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$964 - $1,178 |
4.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$427 - $521 |
2.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Fort Lauderdale FL, you should budget approximately $4,718 - $5,766, which is about 23.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,718 - $5,766 |
23.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$583 - $713 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,132 - $1,384 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,591 - $3,167 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$411 - $503 |
2.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,652 - $2,019. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,652 - $2,019 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$495 - $605 |
2.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$222 - $272 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$614 - $750 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$147 - $179 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$94 - $114 |
0.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $252 - $308.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$252 - $308 |
1.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $128 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$95 - $116 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$53 - $65 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $193 - $235. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$193 - $235 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$32 - $40 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$15 - $19 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$29 - $35 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
| Jewelry Cost |
$368 - $450 |
1.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$161 - $197 |
0.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$207 - $253 |
1.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Fort Lauderdale FL area is $248 - $304. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $304 |
1.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $304 |
1.2% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $699 - $855.
| Other Events Cost |
$699 - $855 |
3.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$699 - $855 |
3.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$397 - $485 |
2.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Fort Lauderdale FL spend between $6,164 - $7,534 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 30.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fort Lauderdale FL with 38 guests spend between $2,633 - $3,218 on wedding photography, which is about 13.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Fort Lauderdale FL is $2,019 - $2,467. This makes up a portion of your (10.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,164 - $7,534 |
30.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$350 - $428 |
1.7% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$420 - $514 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$743 - $908 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,633 - $3,218 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,019 - $2,467 |
10.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Fort Lauderdale FL is estimated to be $1,472 - $1,800. This service accounts for 7.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,472 - $1,800 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,472 - $1,800 |
7.4% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $167 - $205.
| Transportation Cost |
$167 - $205 |
0.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$167 - $205 |
0.8% |