For a wedding with 250 guests in the Kansas City KS, the estimated total cost is around $38,135 - $46,609. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Kansas City KS is approximately $169. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,135 - $46,609.
The average wedding cost in Kansas City KS is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,135 - $46,609 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Kansas City MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $156 - $190. 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 $174 - $212.
In Kansas City MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $953 - $1,165. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,346 - $1,646 |
3.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$156 - $190 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$174 - $212 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$953 - $1,165 |
2.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Kansas City KS is $787 - $961. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Kansas City KS area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$787 - $961 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$787 - $961 |
2.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Kansas City KS is $195 - $239. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$195 - $239 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,126 - $1,376, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Kansas City KS area is $758 - $926.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,126 - $1,376 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$758 - $926 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$368 - $450 |
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 Kansas City KS, you should budget approximately $20,878 - $25,518, which is about 54.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,878 - $25,518 |
54.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,702 - $4,524 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,189 - $8,787 |
18.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,201 - $8,801 |
18.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,786 - $3,406 |
7.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,323 - $4,061. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,323 - $4,061 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$364 - $444 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$158 - $194 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$462 - $564 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$878 - $1,074 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$624 - $762 |
1.6% |
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 $1,398 - $1,708.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,398 - $1,708 |
3.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$142 - $174 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$668 - $816 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$510 - $624 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,096 - $2,562. This is approximately 5.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,096 - $2,562 |
5.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$365 - $447 |
1.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$151 - $185 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$487 - $595 |
1.3% |
|
Postage
|
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$341 - $417 |
0.9% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $548 - $670, which is about 1.4% 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 $330 - $404, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,294 - $4,026 |
8.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,416 - $2,952 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$548 - $670 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$330 - $404 |
0.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Kansas City KS area is $230 - $281. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$230 - $281 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$230 - $281 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $607 - $741.
| Other Events Cost |
$607 - $741 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$607 - $741 |
1.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Kansas City KS spend between $2,453 - $2,998 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Kansas City KS with 250 guests spend between $2,196 - $2,684 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,453 - $2,998 |
6.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$257 - $314 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,196 - $2,684 |
5.8% |