For a wedding with 250 guests in the Brookings SD, the estimated total cost is around $51,493 - $62,935. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Brookings SD is approximately $229. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,493 - $62,935.
The average wedding cost in Brookings SD is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,493 - $62,935 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Sioux Falls SD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $230 - $282. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $248 - $304.
In Sioux Falls SD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,375 - $1,681. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,958 - $2,394 |
3.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$230 - $282 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$248 - $304 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,375 - $1,681 |
2.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Brookings SD is $941 - $1,151. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Brookings SD area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$941 - $1,151 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$941 - $1,151 |
1.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Brookings SD is $95 - $117. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,620 - $1,980, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Brookings SD area is $1,123 - $1,373.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,620 - $1,980 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,123 - $1,373 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$497 - $607 |
1.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Brookings SD, you should budget approximately $30,829 - $37,679, which is about 59.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,829 - $37,679 |
59.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,372 - $6,566 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,431 - $12,749 |
20.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,237 - $13,735 |
21.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,788 - $4,630 |
7.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,856 - $4,712. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,856 - $4,712 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$453 - $553 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $248 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$642 - $784 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,188 - $1,452 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$761 - $930 |
1.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,500 - $1,834.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,500 - $1,834 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$865 - $1,057 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$404 - $494 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,490 - $1,822. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,490 - $1,822 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$246 - $300 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$375 - $459 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$195 - $239 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$173 - $211 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $813 - $993, which is about 1.6% 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 $490 - $598, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,853 - $5,931 |
9.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,551 - $4,340 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$813 - $993 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$490 - $598 |
1.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Brookings SD area is $236 - $288. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$236 - $288 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$236 - $288 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $815 - $996.
| Other Events Cost |
$815 - $996 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$815 - $996 |
1.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$378 - $462 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Brookings SD spend between $2,921 - $3,571 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Brookings SD with 250 guests spend between $2,594 - $3,170 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,921 - $3,571 |
5.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$328 - $400 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,594 - $3,170 |
5.0% |