Georgia Wedding Cost Calculator
Plan your Georgia wedding budget: $36,850 for 150 guests at this calculator's starting prices. Replace venue, catering & more with your quotes.
At this calculator's Georgia defaults, 150 guests come to $36,850, about $246 a guest, with $887 of tax at 4%.
| Line | Georgia | How it is set |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living index | 90.1 | Missouri Economic Research and Information Center (MERIC) — C2ER Cost of Living Index, Q2 2026 |
| Food and drink, 150 guests | $11,550 | $77 a guest |
| Venue | $9,010 | Starting price at the index |
| Photography, music, flowers, attire | $9,731 | $3,153 + $1,622 + $2,253 + $2,703 |
| Tax rate on catering, venue and music | 4% | This site's state sales tax table |
| Tax on this wedding | $887 | 4% of $22,182 |
| Tips and 10% reserve | $5,672 | $2,322 tips + $3,350 reserve |
| Total for 150 guests | $36,850 | $246 a guest |
Starting prices are national figures scaled by Georgia's index of 90.1; they are planning inputs, not price surveys. Replace each with your quotes.
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Cost Per Person
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Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates for informational purposes only. Results should not be considered financial, tax, or legal advice. Consult a qualified professional for your specific situation.
How This Calculator Works
Calculation methodology and assumptions
Georgia starting prices: the national figures times 90.1/100 ($77 a guest, $9,010 venue). Tax: 4% is the statewide rate for Georgia in this site's state sales tax table; local taxes can add to it, so confirm the combined rate on your vendors' invoices.
What the calculator taxes, tips and reserves (the same in every state)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a wedding cost in Georgia?
At its Georgia starting prices this calculator puts 150 guests at $36,850 ($246 a guest), the budget table's total: $11,550 of food and drink, a $9,010 venue and $887 of tax at 4%. The prices are scaled by Georgia's index of 90.1, not a survey of Georgia weddings; your quotes set the real figure.
How can I save money on a Georgia wedding?
Compare itemized quotes in Georgia for the same guest count, menu, service time and inclusions. Ask about alternative dates, venues and music options, but do not assume a fixed discount by season, weekday, service style or vendor experience. Check minimum spending, local taxes, service charges, gratuities and cancellation terms; changing a date or vendor is only a saving if the complete comparable quote is lower.