For a wedding with 175 guests in the Cottage Grove MN, the estimated total cost is around $37,655 - $46,023. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cottage Grove MN is approximately $239. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,655 - $46,023.
The average wedding cost in Cottage Grove MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,655 - $46,023 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 $370 - $452.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$525 - $641 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$155 - $189 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$370 - $452 |
1.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Cottage Grove MN is $581 - $710. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cottage Grove MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$581 - $710 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$581 - $710 |
1.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,823 - $2,228, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cottage Grove MN area is $1,264 - $1,544.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,823 - $2,228 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,264 - $1,544 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$559 - $683 |
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 Cottage Grove MN, you should budget approximately $22,658 - $27,694, which is about 60.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,658 - $27,694 |
60.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,159 - $3,861 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,132 - $7,494 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,141 - $13,617 |
29.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,227 - $2,721 |
5.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,353 - $2,875. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,353 - $2,875 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$766 - $936 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$733 - $895 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$468 - $572 |
1.2% |
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 $666 - $814.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$666 - $814 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$157 - $191 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$509 - $623 |
1.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $927 - $1,133. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$927 - $1,133 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$156 - $190 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$238 - $290 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$140 - $171 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,119 - $1,367, which is about 3.0% 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 $674 - $824, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,793 - $2,191 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,119 - $1,367 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$674 - $824 |
1.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cottage Grove 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 $917 - $1,121.
| Other Events Cost |
$917 - $1,121 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$917 - $1,121 |
2.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Cottage Grove MN spend between $5,155 - $6,301 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cottage Grove MN with 175 guests spend between $2,918 - $3,566 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Cottage Grove MN is $2,237 - $2,735. This makes up a portion of your (5.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,155 - $6,301 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,918 - $3,566 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,237 - $2,735 |
5.9% |