For a wedding with 125 guests in the Bay City MI, the estimated total cost is around $29,314 - $35,828. 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 $261. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,314 - $35,828.
The average wedding cost in Bay City MI is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,314 - $35,828 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 $208 - $254. 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 $223 - $273.
In Bay City MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,237 - $1,511. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,762 - $2,154 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$208 - $254 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$223 - $273 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,237 - $1,511 |
4.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Bay City MI is $429 - $525. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$429 - $525 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$429 - $525 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bay City MI is $212 - $260. 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 |
$212 - $260 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,345 - $1,643, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bay City MI area is $932 - $1,139.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,345 - $1,643 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$932 - $1,139 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$413 - $505 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Bay City MI, you should budget approximately $13,512 - $16,514, which is about 46.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,512 - $16,514 |
46.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,355 - $2,879 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,573 - $5,589 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,923 - $6,017 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,661 - $2,030 |
5.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,337 - $2,857. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,337 - $2,857 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$423 - $517 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$190 - $232 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$545 - $667 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$543 - $663 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$347 - $425 |
1.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $794 - $970.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$794 - $970 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$380 - $464 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$191 - $233 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $699 - $855. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$699 - $855 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$117 - $143 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$177 - $217 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $713 - $871, which is about 2.4% 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 $429 - $525, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,255 - $5,201 |
14.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,113 - $3,805 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$713 - $871 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$429 - $525 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bay City MI area is $223 - $273. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$223 - $273 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$223 - $273 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $676 - $826.
| Other Events Cost |
$676 - $826 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$676 - $826 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$358 - $438 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Bay City MI spend between $2,711 - $3,313 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bay City MI with 125 guests spend between $2,394 - $2,926 on wedding photography, which is about 8.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,711 - $3,313 |
9.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$317 - $387 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,394 - $2,926 |
8.2% |