For a wedding with 175 guests in the Bay City MI, the estimated total cost is around $31,036 - $37,932. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bay City MI is approximately $197. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,036 - $37,932.
The average wedding cost in Bay City MI is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,036 - $37,932 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Bay City MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $187 - $229. 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 $198 - $242.
In Bay City MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,121 - $1,370. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,589 - $1,943 |
5.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$187 - $229 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$84 - $102 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$198 - $242 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,121 - $1,370 |
3.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Bay City MI is $621 - $759. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bay City MI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$621 - $759 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$621 - $759 |
2.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bay City MI is $204 - $250. 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 |
$204 - $250 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $916 - $1,120, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bay City MI area is $916 - $1,120.
| Entertainment Cost |
$916 - $1,120 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$916 - $1,120 |
3.0% |
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 Bay City MI, you should budget approximately $15,341 - $18,751, which is about 49.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,341 - $18,751 |
49.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,601 - $8,067 |
21.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,334 - $7,742 |
20.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,407 - $2,941 |
7.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,765 - $2,157. This accounts for roughly 5.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,765 - $2,157 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$522 - $638 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$783 - $957 |
2.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $779 - $953. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$779 - $953 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$165 - $201 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$272 - $332 |
0.9% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$147 - $179 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $686 - $838, 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 $409 - $499, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,112 - $5,026 |
13.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,018 - $3,688 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$686 - $838 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$409 - $499 |
1.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bay City MI area is $228 - $278. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$228 - $278 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$228 - $278 |
0.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$366 - $448 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Bay City MI spend between $4,658 - $5,694 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bay City MI with 175 guests spend between $2,073 - $2,533 on wedding photography, which is about 6.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Bay City MI is $1,518 - $1,856. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,658 - $5,694 |
15.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$308 - $376 |
1.0% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$276 - $338 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$483 - $591 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,073 - $2,533 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,518 - $1,856 |
4.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $455 - $556.
| Transportation Cost |
$455 - $556 |
1.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$455 - $556 |
1.5% |