For a wedding with 250 guests in the Rochester, MN , the estimated total cost is around $37,667 - $46,037. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Rochester, MN is approximately $167. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,667 - $46,037.
The average wedding cost in Rochester, MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,667 - $46,037 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Rochester MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $261 - $319. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$368 - $450 |
1.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$261 - $319 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Rochester, MN is $1,089 - $1,331. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Rochester, MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,089 - $1,331 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,089 - $1,331 |
2.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Rochester, MN is $226 - $276. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$226 - $276 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $923 - $1,128, which is 2.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Rochester, MN area is $923 - $1,128.
| Entertainment Cost |
$923 - $1,128 |
2.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$923 - $1,128 |
2.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Rochester, MN , you should budget approximately $27,376 - $33,460, which is about 72.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,376 - $33,460 |
72.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,182 - $6,334 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,061 - $12,297 |
26.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,232 - $10,062 |
21.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,901 - $4,767 |
10.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,425 - $2,963. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,425 - $2,963 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$423 - $517 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$549 - $671 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$863 - $1,055 |
2.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,045 - $1,277. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,045 - $1,277 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$258 - $316 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$343 - $419 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$162 - $198 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$176 - $215 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $849 - $1,037, which is about 2.3% 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 $510 - $624, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,359 - $1,661 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$849 - $1,037 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$510 - $624 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Rochester, MN area is $243 - $297. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$243 - $297 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$243 - $297 |
0.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Rochester, MN spend between $2,614 - $3,194 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Rochester, MN with 250 guests spend between $2,300 - $2,811 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,614 - $3,194 |
6.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$314 - $384 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,300 - $2,811 |
6.1% |