For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $29,033 - $35,485. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $258. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,033 - $35,485.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,033 - $35,485 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Waukesha WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $242 - $296. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $260 - $318.
In Waukesha WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,425 - $1,741. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,039 - $2,492 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$242 - $296 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$112 - $136 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$260 - $318 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,425 - $1,741 |
4.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Waukesha WI is $355 - $433. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Waukesha WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$355 - $433 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$355 - $433 |
1.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,423 - $1,739, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Waukesha WI area is $986 - $1,205.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,423 - $1,739 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$986 - $1,205 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$437 - $535 |
1.5% |
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 Waukesha WI, you should budget approximately $12,540 - $15,326, which is about 43.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,540 - $15,326 |
43.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,942 - $2,374 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,745 - $4,577 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,469 - $6,685 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,383 - $1,691 |
4.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,242 - $2,740. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,242 - $2,740 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$443 - $541 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$202 - $246 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$577 - $705 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$445 - $543 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$284 - $348 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $733 - $895. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$733 - $895 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$184 - $224 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $799 - $977, which is about 2.8% 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 $485 - $593, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,755 - $5,811 |
16.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,470 - $4,242 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$799 - $977 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$485 - $593 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Waukesha WI spend between $2,577 - $3,149 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Waukesha WI with 125 guests spend between $2,240 - $2,738 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,577 - $3,149 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$337 - $411 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,240 - $2,738 |
7.7% |
