For a wedding with 175 guests in the Minneapolis MN, the estimated total cost is around $35,705 - $43,639. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Minneapolis MN is approximately $227. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,705 - $43,639.
The average wedding cost in Minneapolis MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,705 - $43,639 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Minneapolis MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $239 - $292. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $266 - $326.
In Minneapolis MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,463 - $1,788. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,066 - $2,525 |
5.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$239 - $292 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$266 - $326 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,463 - $1,788 |
4.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Minneapolis MN is $550 - $672. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Minneapolis MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$550 - $672 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$550 - $672 |
1.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,457 - $1,781, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Minneapolis MN area is $981 - $1,199.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,457 - $1,781 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$981 - $1,199 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$476 - $582 |
1.3% |
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 Minneapolis MN, you should budget approximately $16,025 - $19,586, which is about 44.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,025 - $19,586 |
44.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,564 - $3,134 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,978 - $6,084 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,553 - $8,009 |
18.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,930 - $2,358 |
5.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,044 - $3,720. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,044 - $3,720 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$486 - $594 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$211 - $257 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$725 - $887 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$718 - $878 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$510 - $624 |
1.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $968 - $1,183. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$968 - $1,183 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$172 - $210 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$228 - $278 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$160 - $196 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $793 - $969, which is about 2.2% 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 $478 - $584, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,766 - $5,825 |
13.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,495 - $4,271 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$793 - $969 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$478 - $584 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Minneapolis MN spend between $4,577 - $5,595 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Minneapolis MN with 175 guests spend between $2,304 - $2,816 on wedding photography, which is about 6.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Minneapolis MN is $1,970 - $2,408. That's about 5.5% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,577 - $5,595 |
12.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$303 - $371 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,304 - $2,816 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,970 - $2,408 |
5.5% |
