For a wedding with 175 guests in the Saint Paul MN, the estimated total cost is around $36,671 - $44,820. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Saint Paul MN is approximately $233. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,671 - $44,820.
The average wedding cost in Saint Paul MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,671 - $44,820 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Saint Paul MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $340 - $416. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $366 - $448.
In Saint Paul MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,004 - $2,450. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,868 - $3,506 |
7.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$340 - $416 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$158 - $193 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$366 - $448 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,004 - $2,450 |
5.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Saint Paul MN is $603 - $737. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Saint Paul MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$603 - $737 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$603 - $737 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Paul MN is $192 - $234. 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 |
$192 - $234 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,175 - $1,437, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Saint Paul MN area is $1,175 - $1,437.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,175 - $1,437 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,175 - $1,437 |
3.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Saint Paul MN, you should budget approximately $19,299 - $23,587, which is about 52.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,299 - $23,587 |
52.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,154 - $3,854 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,079 - $7,429 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,822 - $9,560 |
21.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,245 - $2,743 |
6.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,788 - $3,408. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,788 - $3,408 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$555 - $679 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$739 - $903 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$757 - $925 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$484 - $592 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $786 - $960.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$786 - $960 |
2.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$511 - $625 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$275 - $336 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $765 - $935. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$765 - $935 |
2.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$256 - $312 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$153 - $187 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,049 - $1,283, which is about 2.9% 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 $636 - $778, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,686 - $2,060 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,049 - $1,283 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$636 - $778 |
1.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $866 - $1,058.
| Other Events Cost |
$866 - $1,058 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$866 - $1,058 |
2.4% |
On average, couples in Saint Paul MN spend between $3,818 - $4,666 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Paul MN with 175 guests spend between $3,437 - $4,201 on wedding photography, which is about 9.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,818 - $4,666 |
10.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$381 - $465 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,437 - $4,201 |
9.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Saint Paul MN is estimated to be $1,825 - $2,231. This service accounts for 5.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,825 - $2,231 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,825 - $2,231 |
5.0% |