For a wedding with 125 guests in the Milwaukee WI, the estimated total cost is around $32,214 - $39,372. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Milwaukee WI is approximately $286. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,214 - $39,372.
The average wedding cost in Milwaukee WI is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,214 - $39,372 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Milwaukee WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $111 - $135. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $120 - $146.
In Milwaukee WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $663 - $811. This represents about 2.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$894 - $1,092 |
2.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$663 - $811 |
2.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Milwaukee WI is $436 - $532. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Milwaukee WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$436 - $532 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$436 - $532 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Milwaukee WI is $220 - $268. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$220 - $268 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,817 - $4,665, which is 11.8% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Milwaukee WI typically budget around $3,817 - $4,665 which is 11.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,817 - $4,665 |
11.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,817 - $4,665 |
11.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Milwaukee WI, you should budget approximately $15,278 - $18,674, which is about 47.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,278 - $18,674 |
47.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,367 - $2,893 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,595 - $5,617 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,647 - $8,125 |
20.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,669 - $2,039 |
5.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,993 - $3,659. This accounts for roughly 9.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,993 - $3,659 |
9.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$596 - $728 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$266 - $326 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$807 - $987 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$550 - $672 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$351 - $429 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $382 - $466.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$382 - $466 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$382 - $466 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,245 - $1,521. This is approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,245 - $1,521 |
3.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$172 - $210 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$261 - $319 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$179 - $219 |
0.6% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$167 - $204 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$153 - $187 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $424 - $518, which is about 1.3% 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 $256 - $312, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$772 - $944 |
2.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$424 - $518 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$256 - $312 |
0.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Milwaukee WI area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $985 - $1,203.
| Other Events Cost |
$985 - $1,203 |
3.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$985 - $1,203 |
3.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$407 - $497 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI spend between $4,532 - $5,540 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI with 125 guests spend between $3,836 - $4,688 on wedding photography, which is about 11.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,532 - $5,540 |
14.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$272 - $332 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$425 - $519 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,836 - $4,688 |
11.9% |