For a wedding with 250 guests in the Appleton, WI, the estimated total cost is around $53,533 - $65,429. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Appleton, WI is approximately $238. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,533 - $65,429.
The average wedding cost in Appleton, WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,533 - $65,429 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Appleton WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $300 - $366. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $318 - $388.
In Appleton WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,797 - $2,197. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,549 - $3,115 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$300 - $366 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$318 - $388 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,797 - $2,197 |
3.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Appleton, WI is $982 - $1,200. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Appleton, WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$982 - $1,200 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$982 - $1,200 |
1.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Appleton, WI is $202 - $246. 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 |
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,643 - $2,009, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Appleton, WI area is $1,144 - $1,398.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,643 - $2,009 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,144 - $1,398 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$500 - $611 |
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 Appleton, WI, you should budget approximately $30,826 - $37,676, which is about 57.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,826 - $37,676 |
57.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,165 - $6,313 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,052 - $12,286 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,963 - $14,621 |
22.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,646 - $4,456 |
6.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,199 - $5,132. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,199 - $5,132 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$579 - $707 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$257 - $314 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$716 - $875 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,229 - $1,503 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$776 - $948 |
1.4% |
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 $1,481 - $1,811.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,481 - $1,811 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$835 - $1,021 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$409 - $499 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,420 - $1,736. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,420 - $1,736 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$379 - $463 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$182 - $222 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$203 - $249 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$155 - $189 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$163 - $199 |
0.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Appleton, WI area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $858 - $1,048.
| Other Events Cost |
$858 - $1,048 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$858 - $1,048 |
1.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$409 - $499 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Appleton, WI spend between $4,962 - $6,064 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Appleton, WI with 250 guests spend between $2,623 - $3,205 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Appleton, WI is $1,969 - $2,407. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,962 - $6,064 |
9.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$370 - $452 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,623 - $3,205 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,969 - $2,407 |
3.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Appleton, WI is estimated to be $3,749 - $4,582. This service accounts for 7.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,749 - $4,582 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,749 - $4,582 |
7.0% |