For a wedding with 250 guests in the Saint Louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $49,250 - $60,194. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Saint Louis MO is approximately $219. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,250 - $60,194.
The average wedding cost in Saint Louis MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,250 - $60,194 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $369 - $451.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,028 - $2,478. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,397 - $2,929 |
4.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$369 - $451 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,028 - $2,478 |
4.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Saint Louis MO is $975 - $1,191. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Saint Louis MO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$975 - $1,191 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$975 - $1,191 |
2.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Louis MO is $221 - $271. 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 |
$221 - $271 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,439 - $1,759, which is 2.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Saint Louis MO area is $995 - $1,216.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,439 - $1,759 |
2.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$995 - $1,216 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$445 - $543 |
0.9% |
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 Saint Louis MO, you should budget approximately $28,079 - $34,319, which is about 57.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,079 - $34,319 |
57.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,468 - $6,683 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,461 - $12,785 |
21.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,368 - $10,228 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,783 - $4,623 |
7.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,839 - $7,137. This accounts for roughly 11.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,839 - $7,137 |
11.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$433 - $529 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$198 - $242 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,040 - $1,271 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,349 - $2,871 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,820 - $2,224 |
3.7% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,350 - $1,650, which is about 2.7% 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 $851 - $1,041, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,201 - $2,691 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,350 - $1,650 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$851 - $1,041 |
1.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Saint Louis MO area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $737 - $901.
| Other Events Cost |
$737 - $901 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$737 - $901 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO spend between $4,877 - $5,961 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO with 250 guests spend between $2,301 - $2,813 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Saint Louis MO is $1,758 - $2,148. This makes up a portion of your (3.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,877 - $5,961 |
9.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$404 - $494 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$414 - $506 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,301 - $2,813 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,758 - $2,148 |
3.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,240 - $2,738.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,240 - $2,738 |
4.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$506 - $618 |
1.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,734 - $2,120 |
3.5% |