For a wedding with 127 guests in the Portage , the estimated total cost is around $39,441 - $48,205. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Portage is approximately $259. With a guest count of 127, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,441 - $48,205.
The average wedding cost in Portage is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,441 - $48,205 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Portage WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $227 - $277. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $245 - $299.
In Portage WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,337 - $1,634. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,913 - $2,338 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$227 - $277 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$245 - $299 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,337 - $1,634 |
3.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 127 guests in Portage is $563 - $688. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Portage area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$563 - $688 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$563 - $688 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Portage is $241 - $295. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$241 - $295 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,512 - $7,960, which is 16.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Portage area is $1,105 - $1,351.
For a live band, couples in Portage typically budget around $3,699 - $4,521 which is 9.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,512 - $7,960 |
16.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,105 - $1,351 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$490 - $598 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,699 - $4,521 |
9.4% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,219 - $1,489 |
3.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 127 guest wedding in Portage , you should budget approximately $16,484 - $20,147, which is about 41.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,484 - $20,147 |
41.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,937 - $3,589 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,662 - $6,920 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,794 - $7,082 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,091 - $2,555 |
5.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,856 - $3,490. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,856 - $3,490 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$510 - $624 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$232 - $284 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$674 - $824 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$706 - $862 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$452 - $552 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 127 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $909 - $1,111.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$909 - $1,111 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $171 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$476 - $582 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$190 - $232 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $713 - $871. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$713 - $871 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$177 - $217 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $748 - $914, which is about 1.9% 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 $454 - $554, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,449 - $5,437 |
11.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,247 - $3,969 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$748 - $914 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$454 - $554 |
1.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Portage area is $248 - $303. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $303 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $303 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $813 - $993.
| Other Events Cost |
$813 - $993 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$813 - $993 |
2.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$395 - $483 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Portage spend between $2,843 - $3,475 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Portage with 127 guests spend between $2,512 - $3,070 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,843 - $3,475 |
7.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$331 - $405 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,512 - $3,070 |
6.4% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $504 - $616.
| Transportation Cost |
$504 - $616 |
1.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$504 - $616 |
1.3% |