For a wedding with 175 guests in the Bay City MI, the estimated total cost is around $36,940 - $45,148. 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 $235. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,940 - $45,148.
The average wedding cost in Bay City MI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,940 - $45,148 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Auburn MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $262 - $320. 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 $278 - $340.
In Auburn MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,571 - $1,920. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,228 - $2,723 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$262 - $320 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$278 - $340 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,571 - $1,920 |
4.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Bay City MI is $650 - $794. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$650 - $794 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$650 - $794 |
1.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bay City MI is $203 - $248. 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 |
$203 - $248 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,303 - $1,593, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bay City MI area is $911 - $1,113.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,303 - $1,593 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$911 - $1,113 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$392 - $480 |
1.1% |
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 $18,683 - $22,835, which is about 50.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,683 - $22,835 |
50.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,380 - $4,131 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,573 - $8,033 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,334 - $7,742 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,397 - $2,929 |
6.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,971 - $3,631. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,971 - $3,631 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$437 - $534 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$194 - $238 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$552 - $674 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$819 - $1,001 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$508 - $620 |
1.4% |
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 $1,062 - $1,298.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,062 - $1,298 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$548 - $670 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$293 - $359 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,018 - $1,244. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,018 - $1,244 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$166 - $202 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$273 - $333 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$147 - $179 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
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 $855 - $1,045, which is about 2.3% 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 $509 - $622, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,126 - $6,266 |
13.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,763 - $4,599 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$855 - $1,045 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$509 - $622 |
1.4% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$228 - $278 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $698 - $853.
| Other Events Cost |
$698 - $853 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$698 - $853 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$366 - $448 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Bay City MI spend between $2,405 - $2,939 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bay City MI with 175 guests spend between $2,061 - $2,519 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,405 - $2,939 |
6.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,061 - $2,519 |
5.6% |