For a wedding with 250 guests in the Dayton OH, the estimated total cost is around $50,324 - $61,508. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Dayton OH is approximately $224. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,324 - $61,508.
The average wedding cost in Dayton OH is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,324 - $61,508 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Dayton OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $265 - $323. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $285 - $349.
In Dayton OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,562 - $1,910. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,235 - $2,731 |
4.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$265 - $323 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$285 - $349 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,562 - $1,910 |
3.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Dayton OH is $966 - $1,180. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Dayton OH area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$966 - $1,180 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$966 - $1,180 |
1.9% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,566 - $1,914, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Dayton OH area is $1,085 - $1,327.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,566 - $1,914 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,085 - $1,327 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$481 - $587 |
1.0% |
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 Dayton OH, you should budget approximately $28,140 - $34,394, which is about 55.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,140 - $34,394 |
55.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,334 - $6,520 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,283 - $12,569 |
20.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,726 - $10,665 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,797 - $4,641 |
7.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,528 - $3,090. This accounts for roughly 5.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,528 - $3,090 |
5.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$465 - $569 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $260 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$637 - $779 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,213 - $1,483 |
2.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,648 - $2,014. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,648 - $2,014 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$276 - $338 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$410 - $501 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$209 - $255 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$243 - $297 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$187 - $229 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$194 - $237 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $886 - $1,082, 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 $537 - $657, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,267 - $6,437 |
10.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,844 - $4,698 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$886 - $1,082 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$537 - $657 |
1.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$382 - $466 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Dayton OH spend between $2,808 - $3,432 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dayton OH with 250 guests spend between $2,466 - $3,014 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,808 - $3,432 |
5.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$342 - $418 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,466 - $3,014 |
4.9% |
