For a wedding with 250 guests in the Detroit, MI, the estimated total cost is around $46,299 - $56,587. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Detroit, MI is approximately $206. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,299 - $56,587.
The average wedding cost in Detroit, MI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,299 - $56,587 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Novi MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $315 - $385. 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 $416 - $508.
In Novi MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,281 - $2,787. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,140 - $3,838 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$315 - $385 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$416 - $508 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,281 - $2,787 |
4.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Detroit, MI is $922 - $1,126. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Detroit, MI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$922 - $1,126 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$922 - $1,126 |
2.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Detroit, MI is $232 - $284. 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 |
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,061 - $2,519, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Detroit, MI area is $1,064 - $1,300.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,061 - $2,519 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,064 - $1,300 |
2.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$997 - $1,219 |
2.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Detroit, MI, you should budget approximately $25,069 - $30,639, which is about 54.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,069 - $30,639 |
54.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,568 - $5,584 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,873 - $10,845 |
19.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,627 - $14,211 |
25.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,969 - $4,851. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,969 - $4,851 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$499 - $609 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$678 - $828 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,145 - $1,399 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$814 - $994 |
1.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,000 - $1,222.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,000 - $1,222 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$176 - $215 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$824 - $1,008 |
1.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,769 - $2,162. This is approximately 3.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,769 - $2,162 |
3.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$271 - $331 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$257 - $314 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$360 - $440 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$253 - $309 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$184 - $224 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$185 - $227 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $1,095 - $1,339, 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 HIM) is estimated at $659 - $805, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,989 - $2,431 |
4.3% |
|
Bracelet
|
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$1,095 - $1,339 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$659 - $805 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Detroit, 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% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$408 - $498 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Detroit, MI spend between $3,756 - $4,590 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Detroit, MI with 250 guests spend between $2,497 - $3,051 on wedding photography, which is about 5.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,756 - $4,590 |
8.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$241 - $295 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$316 - $386 |
0.7% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$254 - $310 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$448 - $548 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,497 - $3,051 |
5.4% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,754 - $2,144.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,754 - $2,144 |
3.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,754 - $2,144 |
3.8% |