For a wedding with 175 guests in the Fargo ND, the estimated total cost is around $57,314 - $70,050. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Fargo ND is approximately $364. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $57,314 - $70,050.
The average wedding cost in Fargo ND is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $57,314 - $70,050 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Fargo ND, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $231 - $283. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $239 - $292.
In Fargo ND, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,316 - $1,608. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,894 - $2,314 |
3.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$231 - $283 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,316 - $1,608 |
2.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Fargo ND is $1,359 - $1,661. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Fargo ND area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $8 - $9 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,359 - $1,661 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,359 - $1,661 |
2.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Fargo ND is $246 - $300. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$246 - $300 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,545 - $1,889, which is 2.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fargo ND area is $1,068 - $1,306.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,545 - $1,889 |
2.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,068 - $1,306 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$477 - $583 |
0.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Fargo ND, you should budget approximately $35,814 - $43,772, which is about 62.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$35,814 - $43,772 |
62.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$7,535 - $9,209 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$14,416 - $17,620 |
25.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,650 - $10,572 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$5,213 - $6,371 |
9.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,005 - $6,117. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,005 - $6,117 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$485 - $593 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$222 - $272 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$470 - $574 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$708 - $866 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,892 - $2,312 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,228 - $1,500 |
2.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,508 - $1,843.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,508 - $1,843 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,238 - $1,513 |
2.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,054 - $1,288. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,054 - $1,288 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$173 - $211 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$79 - $97 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$271 - $331 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$138 - $168 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Fargo ND area is $248 - $304. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $304 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $304 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $791 - $967.
| Other Events Cost |
$791 - $967 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$791 - $967 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Fargo ND spend between $5,113 - $6,249 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fargo ND with 175 guests spend between $2,471 - $3,020 on wedding photography, which is about 4.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Fargo ND is $1,886 - $2,306. This makes up a portion of your (3.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,113 - $6,249 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$333 - $407 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$423 - $517 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,471 - $3,020 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,886 - $2,306 |
3.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,738 - $3,346.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,738 - $3,346 |
4.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$517 - $631 |
0.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$2,221 - $2,715 |
3.9% |