For a wedding with 175 guests in the Polson MT, the estimated total cost is around $51,225 - $62,609. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Polson MT is approximately $325. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,225 - $62,609.
The average wedding cost in Polson MT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,225 - $62,609 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $297 - $363.
In Bigfork MT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,643 - $2,009. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,940 - $2,372 |
3.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$297 - $363 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,643 - $2,009 |
3.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Polson MT is $998 - $1,220. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Polson MT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$998 - $1,220 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$998 - $1,220 |
1.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Polson MT is $158 - $193. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,998 - $3,664, which is 5.9% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Polson MT typically budget around $2,590 - $3,166 which is 5.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,998 - $3,664 |
5.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$408 - $498 |
0.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,590 - $3,166 |
5.1% |
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 Polson MT, you should budget approximately $26,869 - $32,839, which is about 52.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,869 - $32,839 |
52.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,550 - $6,784 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,776 - $13,170 |
21.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,629 - $8,103 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,913 - $4,783 |
7.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,585 - $4,381. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,585 - $4,381 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$410 - $502 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$536 - $656 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,262 - $1,542 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$807 - $987 |
1.6% |
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 $1,049 - $1,282.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,049 - $1,282 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$154 - $188 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$895 - $1,093 |
1.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $996 - $1,218. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$996 - $1,218 |
1.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$349 - $427 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$173 - $211 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $917 - $1,121, which is about 1.8% 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 $553 - $675, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,479 - $6,697 |
10.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,010 - $4,901 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$917 - $1,121 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$553 - $675 |
1.1% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $669 - $817.
| Other Events Cost |
$669 - $817 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$669 - $817 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Polson MT spend between $5,077 - $6,205 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Polson MT with 175 guests spend between $2,353 - $2,875 on wedding photography, which is about 4.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Polson MT is $1,804 - $2,204. This makes up a portion of your (3.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,077 - $6,205 |
9.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$379 - $463 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$542 - $662 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,353 - $2,875 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,804 - $2,204 |
3.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Polson MT is estimated to be $1,409 - $1,722. This service accounts for 2.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,409 - $1,722 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,409 - $1,722 |
2.7% |