For a wedding with 175 guests in the St. Louis, Missouri, the estimated total cost is around $45,392 - $55,480. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in St. Louis, Missouri is approximately $288. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,392 - $55,480.
The average wedding cost in St. Louis, Missouri is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,392 - $55,480 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 $305 - $373.
In Seattle WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,687 - $2,061. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,120 - $2,592 |
4.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$305 - $373 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,687 - $2,061 |
3.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in St. Louis, Missouri is $659 - $805. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the St. Louis, Missouri area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$659 - $805 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$659 - $805 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St. Louis, Missouri is $320 - $392. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$320 - $392 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,020 - $2,468, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St. Louis, Missouri area is $1,400 - $1,712.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,020 - $2,468 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,400 - $1,712 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$619 - $757 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in St. Louis, Missouri, you should budget approximately $25,688 - $31,396, which is about 56.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,688 - $31,396 |
56.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,460 - $4,228 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,718 - $8,210 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,071 - $15,975 |
28.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,440 - $2,982 |
5.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,264 - $2,767. This accounts for roughly 5.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,264 - $2,767 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$900 - $1,100 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$832 - $1,016 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$532 - $650 |
1.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $850 - $1,038.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$850 - $1,038 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$558 - $682 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,139 - $1,392. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,139 - $1,392 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$189 - $231 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$288 - $352 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $944 - $1,154, which is about 2.1% 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 $569 - $695, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,513 - $1,849 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$944 - $1,154 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$569 - $695 |
1.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St. Louis, Missouri area is $317 - $387. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$317 - $387 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$317 - $387 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,016 - $1,242.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,016 - $1,242 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,016 - $1,242 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$508 - $620 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in St. Louis, Missouri spend between $3,764 - $4,600 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St. Louis, Missouri with 175 guests spend between $3,234 - $3,952 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,764 - $4,600 |
8.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$530 - $648 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,234 - $3,952 |
7.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in St. Louis, Missouri is estimated to be $2,140 - $2,616. This service accounts for 4.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,140 - $2,616 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,140 - $2,616 |
4.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,076 - $1,316.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,076 - $1,316 |
2.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,076 - $1,316 |
2.4% |