For a wedding with 175 guests in the Minneapolis MN, the estimated total cost is around $36,218 - $44,266. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Minneapolis MN is approximately $230. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,218 - $44,266.
The average wedding cost in Minneapolis MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,218 - $44,266 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $329 - $402.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$467 - $571 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$329 - $402 |
0.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Minneapolis MN is $594 - $726. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Minneapolis MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$594 - $726 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$594 - $726 |
1.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,817 - $2,221, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Minneapolis MN area is $1,260 - $1,540.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,817 - $2,221 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,260 - $1,540 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$557 - $681 |
1.5% |
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 Minneapolis MN, you should budget approximately $18,585 - $22,715, which is about 51.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,585 - $22,715 |
51.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,152 - $3,852 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,119 - $7,479 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,092 - $8,668 |
19.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,222 - $2,716 |
6.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,413 - $2,949. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,413 - $2,949 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$788 - $964 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$750 - $916 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$479 - $585 |
1.3% |
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 $655 - $801.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$655 - $801 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$508 - $620 |
1.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $951 - $1,163. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$951 - $1,163 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$159 - $195 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$244 - $298 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $984 - $1,202, which is about 2.7% 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 $593 - $725, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,876 - $7,182 |
16.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,299 - $5,255 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$984 - $1,202 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$593 - $725 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Minneapolis MN area is $258 - $316. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$258 - $316 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$258 - $316 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $914 - $1,118.
| Other Events Cost |
$914 - $1,118 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$914 - $1,118 |
2.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$414 - $506 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Minneapolis MN spend between $3,272 - $4,000 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Minneapolis MN with 175 guests spend between $2,910 - $3,556 on wedding photography, which is about 8.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,272 - $4,000 |
9.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$363 - $443 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,910 - $3,556 |
8.0% |