For a wedding with 125 guests in the Wausau, the estimated total cost is around $32,539 - $39,769. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Wausau is approximately $289. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,539 - $39,769.
The average wedding cost in Wausau is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,539 - $39,769 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Wausau WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $334 - $408. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $345 - $421.
In Wausau WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,896 - $2,318. This represents about 5.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,731 - $3,337 |
8.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$334 - $408 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$156 - $190 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$345 - $421 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,896 - $2,318 |
5.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Wausau is $503 - $615. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Wausau area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$503 - $615 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$503 - $615 |
1.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,921 - $2,347, which is 5.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Wausau area is $1,328 - $1,623.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,921 - $2,347 |
5.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,328 - $1,623 |
4.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$593 - $725 |
1.8% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Wausau, you should budget approximately $15,741 - $19,239, which is about 48.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$15,741 - $19,239 |
48.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,814 - $3,440 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,384 - $6,580 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$5,596 - $6,840 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,947 - $2,379 |
6.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,551 - $4,341. This accounts for roughly 10.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,551 - $4,341 |
10.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$516 - $630 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$237 - $289 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,095 - $1,339 |
3.4% |
|
Exit and Send-off Decorations
|
$251 - $307 |
0.8% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$849 - $1,037 |
2.6% |
|
Unique Decorations
|
$604 - $738 |
1.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,195 - $1,461. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,195 - $1,461 |
3.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$151 - $185 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$237 - $289 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$147 - $179 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Wausau WI spend between $5,144 - $6,287 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Wausau with 125 guests spend between $3,542 - $4,330 on wedding photography, which is about 10.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,144 - $6,287 |
15.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$287 - $351 |
0.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$413 - $505 |
1.3% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$321 - $393 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$580 - $708 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,542 - $4,330 |
10.9% |
