For a wedding with 250 guests in the Dearborn MI, the estimated total cost is around $43,323 - $52,951. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Dearborn MI is approximately $193. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,323 - $52,951.
The average wedding cost in Dearborn MI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,323 - $52,951 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Dearborn MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $212 - $259. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $236 - $288.
In Dearborn MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,294 - $1,582. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,828 - $2,234 |
4.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$212 - $259 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$236 - $288 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,294 - $1,582 |
3.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Dearborn MI is $899 - $1,099. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Dearborn MI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$899 - $1,099 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$899 - $1,099 |
2.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Dearborn MI is $237 - $289. 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 |
$237 - $289 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,356 - $1,658, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Dearborn MI area is $914 - $1,117.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,356 - $1,658 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$914 - $1,117 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$443 - $541 |
1.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Dearborn MI, you should budget approximately $22,570 - $27,586, which is about 52.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,570 - $27,586 |
52.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,141 - $5,061 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,042 - $9,829 |
18.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,271 - $8,887 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,117 - $3,809 |
7.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,603 - $4,403. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,603 - $4,403 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$464 - $568 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$202 - $246 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$655 - $801 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$565 - $691 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,004 - $1,227 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$713 - $871 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,384 - $1,692.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,384 - $1,692 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$747 - $913 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$402 - $492 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,624 - $1,984. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,624 - $1,984 |
3.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$380 - $464 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$173 - $211 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$293 - $358 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$269 - $329 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $699 - $855, which is about 1.6% 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 $421 - $515, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,201 - $5,135 |
9.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,081 - $3,765 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$699 - $855 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$421 - $515 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Dearborn MI area is $231 - $283. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$231 - $283 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$231 - $283 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $732 - $894.
| Other Events Cost |
$732 - $894 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$732 - $894 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$408 - $498 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$408 - $498 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Dearborn MI spend between $4,251 - $5,195 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dearborn MI with 250 guests spend between $2,144 - $2,620 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Dearborn MI is $1,833 - $2,241. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,251 - $5,195 |
9.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$274 - $334 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,144 - $2,620 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,833 - $2,241 |
4.2% |