For a wedding with 250 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $81,491 - $99,601. 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 $362. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $81,491 - $99,601.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $81,491 - $99,601 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Boulder CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $601 - $735. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $620 - $758.
In Boulder CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,414 - $4,172. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,916 - $6,008 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$601 - $735 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$281 - $343 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$620 - $758 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,414 - $4,172 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Boulder CO is $1,418 - $1,734. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Boulder CO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,418 - $1,734 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,418 - $1,734 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boulder CO is $335 - $409. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$335 - $409 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$144 - $176 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,470 - $3,018, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boulder CO area is $1,707 - $2,087.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,470 - $3,018 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,707 - $2,087 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$762 - $932 |
0.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Boulder CO, you should budget approximately $40,378 - $49,350, which is about 49.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$40,378 - $49,350 |
49.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$7,756 - $9,480 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$14,838 - $18,136 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,419 - $15,179 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$5,364 - $6,556 |
6.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,367 - $9,005. This accounts for roughly 9.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,367 - $9,005 |
9.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$737 - $901 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$338 - $414 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,872 - $2,288 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,166 - $1,426 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,974 - $2,412 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,280 - $1,564 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,660 - $2,028.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,660 - $2,028 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$162 - $198 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$223 - $273 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,274 - $1,558 |
1.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,078 - $4,984. This is approximately 5.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,078 - $4,984 |
5.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$689 - $842 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$320 - $391 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,078 - $1,318 |
1.3% |
|
Postage
|
$426 - $520 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$608 - $743 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$471 - $575 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$488 - $596 |
0.6% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,778 - $2,174, which is about 2.2% 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 $1,121 - $1,370, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,234 - $5,174 |
5.2% |
|
Bracelet
|
$409 - $499 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$408 - $498 |
0.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$518 - $634 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,778 - $2,174 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,121 - $1,370 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Boulder CO area is $293 - $359. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$293 - $359 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$293 - $359 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,265 - $1,546.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,265 - $1,546 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,265 - $1,546 |
1.6% |
On average, couples in Boulder CO spend between $7,939 - $9,703 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boulder CO with 250 guests spend between $3,949 - $4,827 on wedding photography, which is about 4.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Boulder CO is $3,015 - $3,685. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,939 - $9,703 |
9.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$476 - $582 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$499 - $609 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,949 - $4,827 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,015 - $3,685 |
3.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Boulder CO is estimated to be $2,512 - $3,070. This service accounts for 3.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,512 - $3,070 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,512 - $3,070 |
3.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,628 - $3,212.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,628 - $3,212 |
3.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$608 - $744 |
0.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$2,020 - $2,468 |
2.5% |