For a wedding with 400 guests in the Milwaukee WI, the estimated total cost is around $92,074 - $112,534. 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 $256. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $92,074 - $112,534.
The average wedding cost in Milwaukee WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $92,074 - $112,534 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Hartland WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $386 - $472. 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 $416 - $508.
In Hartland WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,300 - $2,812. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,277 - $4,005 |
3.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$386 - $472 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$175 - $213 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$416 - $508 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,300 - $2,812 |
2.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Milwaukee WI is $1,922 - $2,350. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,922 - $2,350 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,922 - $2,350 |
2.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Milwaukee WI is $265 - $323. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$265 - $323 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,998 - $2,442, which is 2.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Milwaukee WI area is $1,384 - $1,692.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,998 - $2,442 |
2.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,384 - $1,692 |
1.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$614 - $750 |
0.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Milwaukee WI, you should budget approximately $53,018 - $64,800, which is about 57.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$53,018 - $64,800 |
57.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,063 - $13,521 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,479 - $26,252 |
23.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,677 - $15,495 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,799 - $9,533 |
8.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,915 - $8,451. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,915 - $8,451 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$571 - $697 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$256 - $312 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$820 - $1,002 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,429 - $2,969 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,551 - $1,895 |
1.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,905 - $3,551.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,905 - $3,551 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$115 - $141 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$156 - $190 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,782 - $2,178 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$852 - $1,042 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,167 - $3,871. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,167 - $3,871 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$521 - $637 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$240 - $294 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$796 - $972 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$429 - $525 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$464 - $567 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$352 - $430 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$365 - $447 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,283 - $1,569, which is about 1.4% 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 $772 - $944, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,662 - $9,364 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,606 - $6,852 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,283 - $1,569 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$772 - $944 |
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 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,004 - $1,228.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,004 - $1,228 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,004 - $1,228 |
1.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$407 - $497 |
0.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI spend between $3,582 - $4,378 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI with 400 guests spend between $3,198 - $3,908 on wedding photography, which is about 3.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,582 - $4,378 |
3.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$384 - $470 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,198 - $3,908 |
3.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Milwaukee WI is estimated to be $2,117 - $2,587. This service accounts for 2.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,117 - $2,587 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,117 - $2,587 |
2.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $3,581 - $4,377.
| Transportation Cost |
$3,581 - $4,377 |
3.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,581 - $4,377 |
3.9% |