For a wedding with 400 guests in the Staunton IL, the estimated total cost is around $55,619 - $67,979. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Staunton IL is approximately $154. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $55,619 - $67,979.
The average wedding cost in Staunton IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $55,619 - $67,979 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Mount Olive IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $205 - $251. 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 $217 - $265.
In Mount Olive IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,229 - $1,503. This represents about 2.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,742 - $2,130 |
3.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$205 - $251 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$217 - $265 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,229 - $1,503 |
2.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Staunton IL is $1,807 - $2,209. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Staunton IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,807 - $2,209 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,807 - $2,209 |
3.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Staunton IL is $207 - $253. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$207 - $253 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,138 - $2,614, which is 3.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Staunton IL area is $922 - $1,126.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,138 - $2,614 |
3.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$922 - $1,126 |
1.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$398 - $486 |
0.7% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$819 - $1,001 |
1.5% |
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 Staunton IL, you should budget approximately $38,424 - $46,962, which is about 69.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$38,424 - $46,962 |
69.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$9,884 - $12,080 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$19,222 - $23,494 |
34.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,318 - $11,388 |
16.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $449 - $549. This accounts for roughly 0.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$449 - $549 |
0.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$449 - $549 |
0.8% |
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 $2,644 - $3,232.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,644 - $3,232 |
4.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,604 - $1,960 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$832 - $1,016 |
1.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,201 - $2,691. This is approximately 4.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,201 - $2,691 |
4.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$221 - $270 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$770 - $942 |
1.4% |
|
Postage
|
$461 - $563 |
0.8% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$416 - $508 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$334 - $408 |
0.6% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $704 - $860, 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 $419 - $512, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,122 - $1,372 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$704 - $860 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$419 - $512 |
0.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Staunton IL area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $706 - $862.
| Other Events Cost |
$706 - $862 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$706 - $862 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Staunton IL spend between $3,939 - $4,815 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Staunton IL with 400 guests spend between $2,087 - $2,551 on wedding photography, which is about 3.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Staunton IL is $1,528 - $1,868. This makes up a portion of your (2.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,939 - $4,815 |
7.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$324 - $396 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,087 - $2,551 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,528 - $1,868 |
2.7% |