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Event Rental Calculator — Tables, Chairs & Linen Costs by Guest Count

Calculate rental inventory and costs for tables, chairs, linens, and place settings by guest count

Total Rental Cost

$860

Tables

13

Chairs

100

Per Guest

$8.60

Total Rental Cost

$860

$8.60 per guest

Tables

13

Chairs

100

Linens

13

Cost Breakdown

Tables$156
Chairs$300
Linens$154
Place Settings$250

Rental Inventory

Tables13 ($156)
Chairs100 ($300)
Linens + Napkins$154
Place Settings$250

What You'll Need

Disposable Chafing Dish Buffet Set 6-Pack

Disposable Chafing Dish Buffet Set 6-Pack

$30-$404.3
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Dixie Ultra Heavy Duty Paper Plates 10" 172-Count

Dixie Ultra Heavy Duty Paper Plates 10" 172-Count

$25-$354.6
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Jofefe 20pcs Mini Place Card Holders Table Stands

Jofefe 20pcs Mini Place Card Holders Table Stands

$7-$104.5
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Fairy Lights 99ft 300 LEDs Warm White String Lights

Fairy Lights 99ft 300 LEDs Warm White String Lights

$12-$184.5
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Large White Serving Trays 16"x11" 4-Pack

Large White Serving Trays 16"x11" 4-Pack

$12-$184.4
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BOSCH GLM20 Blaze 65ft Laser Distance Measure

BOSCH GLM20 Blaze 65ft Laser Distance Measure

$30-$504.6
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Disposable Chafing Dish Buffet Set 6-Pack

Disposable Chafing Dish Buffet Set 6-Pack

$30-$404.3
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Dixie Ultra Heavy Duty Paper Plates 10" 172-Count

Dixie Ultra Heavy Duty Paper Plates 10" 172-Count

$25-$354.6
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Jofefe 20pcs Mini Place Card Holders Table Stands

Jofefe 20pcs Mini Place Card Holders Table Stands

$7-$104.5
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Fairy Lights 99ft 300 LEDs Warm White String Lights

Fairy Lights 99ft 300 LEDs Warm White String Lights

$12-$184.5
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Large White Serving Trays 16"x11" 4-Pack

Large White Serving Trays 16"x11" 4-Pack

$12-$184.4
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BOSCH GLM20 Blaze 65ft Laser Distance Measure

BOSCH GLM20 Blaze 65ft Laser Distance Measure

$30-$504.6
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Example Calculations

1100-Guest Wedding — Round Tables + Banquet Chairs

Inputs

Guest Count100
Table StyleRound 60" (8 guests)
Chair TypeBanquet Chair
Add-OnsLinens + Place Settings

Result

Total Cost$906
Tables13
Chairs100
Per Guest$9.06

Tables: ceil(100/8) = 13 at $12 = $156. Chairs: 100 at $3 = $300. Linens: 13 × $8 + 100 × $0.50 = $154. Place settings: 100 × $2.50 = $250. Total: $156 + $300 + $154 + $250 = $860.

2200-Guest Gala — Chiavari Chairs

Inputs

Guest Count200
Table StyleRound 72" (10 guests)
Chair TypeChiavari Chair
Add-OnsLinens + Place Settings

Result

Total Cost$2,200
Tables20
Chairs200
Per Guest$11.00

Tables: ceil(200/10) = 20 at $15 = $300. Chairs: 200 at $6 = $1,200. Linens: 20 × $8 + 200 × $0.50 = $260. Place settings: 200 × $2.50 = $500. Total: $2,260.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q

How many tables do I need for 100 guests?

For 100 guests using 60-inch round tables that seat 8 each, you need 13 tables. With 72-inch rounds (10 per table), you need 10 tables. Rectangular 8-foot tables seat 8, also requiring 13 tables. Round tables use more floor space but create better conversation flow.

  • 60" round tables: 8 guests each, 13 tables for 100
  • 72" round tables: 10 guests each, 10 tables for 100
  • 8 ft rectangular: 8 guests each, 13 tables for 100
  • 6 ft rectangular: 6 guests each, 17 tables for 100
  • Allow 60 sq ft per round table with chair clearance
Guests60" Round72" Round8 ft Rect
507 tables5 tables7 tables
10013 tables10 tables13 tables
15019 tables15 tables19 tables
20025 tables20 tables25 tables
Q

How much does event chair rental cost?

Folding chairs cost $1.50–2.00 each, banquet chairs $3–4, Chiavari chairs $6–8, and cross-back chairs $7–10. For 100 guests, chair rental ranges from $150 (folding) to $700+ (Chiavari). Most rental companies require minimum orders and charge delivery fees separately.

  • Folding: $1.50–2.00 per chair
  • Banquet: $3.00–4.00 per chair
  • Chiavari: $6.00–8.00 per chair
  • Cross-back: $7.00–10.00 per chair
  • 100 guests: $150 (folding) to $700+ (Chiavari)
Q

How much do table linens cost for an event?

Standard tablecloth rental is $8–12 per table, with napkins at $0.50–1.00 each. For 13 tables and 100 guests: $104–156 for tablecloths plus $50–100 for napkins. Specialty linens (sequin, satin) cost $15–25 per table. Chair covers add $2–4 each.

  • Standard tablecloth: $8–12 per table
  • Napkins: $0.50–1.00 each
  • Specialty linens: $15–25 per table
  • Chair covers: $2–4 each (optional)
  • 13 tables + 100 napkins: ~$154–256 total
Q

What is included in a standard place setting rental?

A standard place setting includes a dinner plate, salad plate, fork, knife, spoon, and water glass — typically $2.50–4.00 per guest. Premium settings add a charger plate, bread plate, dessert fork, and wine glass for $5–8 per person. For 100 guests, budget $250–400 for standard or $500–800 for premium.

  • Standard: plate, fork, knife, spoon, glass ($2.50–4.00)
  • Premium: adds charger, bread plate, dessert fork ($5–8.00)
  • 100 guests standard: $250–400
  • 100 guests premium: $500–800
  • Order 5–10% extras for breakage buffer

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Last Updated: Mar 20, 2026

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