For a wedding with 175 guests in the Choteau MT, the estimated total cost is around $40,624 - $49,652. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Choteau MT is approximately $258. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,624 - $49,652.
The average wedding cost in Choteau MT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,624 - $49,652 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Choteau MT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $188 - $230. 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 $200 - $244.
In Choteau MT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,128 - $1,378. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,599 - $1,955 |
3.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$188 - $230 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$200 - $244 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,128 - $1,378 |
2.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Choteau MT is $932 - $1,140. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Choteau MT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$932 - $1,140 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$932 - $1,140 |
2.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Choteau MT is $200 - $244. 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 |
$200 - $244 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,219 - $1,489, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Choteau MT area is $851 - $1,041.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,219 - $1,489 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$851 - $1,041 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$367 - $449 |
0.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Choteau MT, you should budget approximately $18,590 - $22,721, which is about 45.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,590 - $22,721 |
45.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,088 - $6,218 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,896 - $12,095 |
24.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,606 - $4,408 |
8.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,545 - $4,333. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,545 - $4,333 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$387 - $473 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$172 - $210 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$485 - $593 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,177 - $1,439 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$728 - $890 |
1.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,044 - $1,276.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,044 - $1,276 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$826 - $1,010 |
2.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,346 - $1,646. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,346 - $1,646 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$213 - $261 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$353 - $431 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$153 - $187 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $672 - $822, which is about 1.7% 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 $401 - $490, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,032 - $4,928 |
9.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,959 - $3,617 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$672 - $822 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$401 - $490 |
1.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Choteau MT area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $652 - $796.
| Other Events Cost |
$652 - $796 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$652 - $796 |
1.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Choteau MT spend between $4,011 - $4,903 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Choteau MT with 175 guests spend between $2,120 - $2,592 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Choteau MT is $1,552 - $1,896. This makes up a portion of your (3.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,011 - $4,903 |
9.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$339 - $415 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,120 - $2,592 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,552 - $1,896 |
3.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Choteau MT is estimated to be $2,832 - $3,462. This service accounts for 7.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,832 - $3,462 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,832 - $3,462 |
7.0% |