For a wedding with 125 guests in the Milwaukee WI, the estimated total cost is around $31,859 - $38,939. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Milwaukee WI is approximately $283. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,859 - $38,939.
The average wedding cost in Milwaukee WI is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,859 - $38,939 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Pardeeville WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $242 - $296. 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 $250 - $306.
In Pardeeville WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,376 - $1,682. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,981 - $2,421 |
6.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$242 - $296 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $138 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$250 - $306 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,376 - $1,682 |
4.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Milwaukee WI is $431 - $527. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Milwaukee WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$431 - $527 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$431 - $527 |
1.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,647 - $2,013, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Milwaukee WI area is $1,139 - $1,392.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,647 - $2,013 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,139 - $1,392 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$509 - $622 |
1.6% |
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 Milwaukee WI, you should budget approximately $13,730 - $16,781, which is about 43.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$13,730 - $16,781 |
43.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,306 - $2,818 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,411 - $5,391 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$5,418 - $6,622 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,595 - $1,949 |
5.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,396 - $4,150. This accounts for roughly 10.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,396 - $4,150 |
10.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$548 - $670 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$251 - $307 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$938 - $1,146 |
2.9% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$728 - $890 |
2.3% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$931 - $1,137 |
2.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $952 - $1,164. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$952 - $1,164 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$189 - $231 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$117 - $143 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $747 - $913, 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 $472 - $576, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,897 - $5,985 |
15.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,678 - $4,496 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$747 - $913 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$472 - $576 |
1.5% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $843 - $1,031.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,282 - $1,566 |
4.0% |
|
Lodging
|
$438 - $536 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$843 - $1,031 |
2.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI spend between $3,544 - $4,332 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI with 125 guests spend between $2,634 - $3,220 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,544 - $4,332 |
11.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$302 - $369 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$608 - $744 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,634 - $3,220 |
8.3% |