For a wedding with 125 guests in the Columbus Ohio , the estimated total cost is around $28,766 - $35,158. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Columbus Ohio is approximately $256. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,766 - $35,158.
The average wedding cost in Columbus Ohio is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,766 - $35,158 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Columbus OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $236 - $288. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $254 - $310.
In Columbus OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,391 - $1,700. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,989 - $2,431 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$236 - $288 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$254 - $310 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,391 - $1,700 |
4.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Columbus Ohio is $362 - $442. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Columbus Ohio area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$362 - $442 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$362 - $442 |
1.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,386 - $1,694, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Columbus Ohio area is $960 - $1,174.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,386 - $1,694 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$960 - $1,174 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$426 - $520 |
1.5% |
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 Columbus Ohio , you should budget approximately $12,538 - $15,324, which is about 43.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,538 - $15,324 |
43.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,981 - $2,421 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,819 - $4,667 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,328 - $6,512 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,410 - $1,724 |
4.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,237 - $2,734. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,237 - $2,734 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$431 - $527 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$196 - $240 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$563 - $688 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$454 - $554 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$291 - $355 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $763 - $933. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$763 - $933 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$192 - $234 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $780 - $954, which is about 2.7% 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 $473 - $579, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,641 - $5,673 |
16.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,388 - $4,140 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$780 - $954 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$473 - $579 |
1.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$395 - $483 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Columbus OH spend between $2,511 - $3,069 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Columbus Ohio with 125 guests spend between $2,183 - $2,668 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,511 - $3,069 |
8.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$329 - $402 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,183 - $2,668 |
7.6% |
