For a wedding with 250 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $74,309 - $90,823. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $330. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $74,309 - $90,823.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $74,309 - $90,823 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Bemidji MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $247 - $301. 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 $255 - $311.
In Bemidji MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,400 - $1,712. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,017 - $2,465 |
2.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$247 - $301 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$255 - $311 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,400 - $1,712 |
1.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Bemidji MN is $1,598 - $1,954. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bemidji MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $8 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,598 - $1,954 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,598 - $1,954 |
2.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,276 - $1,560, which is 1.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bemidji MN area is $882 - $1,078.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,276 - $1,560 |
1.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$882 - $1,078 |
1.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$394 - $482 |
0.5% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Bemidji MN, you should budget approximately $52,982 - $64,756, which is about 71.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$52,982 - $64,756 |
71.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$8,986 - $10,982 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$17,190 - $21,010 |
23.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$26,807 - $32,764 |
36.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $10,183 - $12,445. This accounts for roughly 13.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$10,183 - $12,445 |
13.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$392 - $479 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$180 - $220 |
0.2% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$3,473 - $4,245 |
4.7% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$2,692 - $3,290 |
3.6% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$3,446 - $4,212 |
4.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,195 - $2,683. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,195 - $2,683 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$276 - $338 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$248 - $304 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$129 - $157 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$433 - $529 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$211 - $257 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$269 - $329 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$245 - $299 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$188 - $230 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$196 - $240 |
0.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Bemidji MN spend between $2,553 - $3,121 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bemidji MN with 250 guests spend between $2,042 - $2,496 on wedding photography, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,553 - $3,121 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$511 - $625 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,042 - $2,496 |
2.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Bemidji MN is estimated to be $1,299 - $1,587. This service accounts for 1.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,299 - $1,587 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,299 - $1,587 |
1.7% |
