For a wedding with 175 guests in the Milwaukee WI, the estimated total cost is around $43,001 - $52,557. 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 $273. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,001 - $52,557.
The average wedding cost in Milwaukee WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,001 - $52,557 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Greendale WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $283 - $345. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $303 - $371.
In Greendale WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,679 - $2,052. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,391 - $2,923 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$283 - $345 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$303 - $371 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,679 - $2,052 |
3.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Milwaukee WI is $643 - $785. 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 $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$643 - $785 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$643 - $785 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Milwaukee WI is $274 - $334. 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 |
$274 - $334 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,967 - $2,405, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Milwaukee WI area is $1,364 - $1,667.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,967 - $2,405 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,364 - $1,667 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$604 - $738 |
1.4% |
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 Milwaukee WI, you should budget approximately $21,268 - $25,994, which is about 49.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,268 - $25,994 |
49.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,507 - $4,287 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,809 - $8,323 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,479 - $10,363 |
19.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,472 - $3,022 |
5.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,432 - $4,194. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,432 - $4,194 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$597 - $729 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$267 - $327 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$817 - $999 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$813 - $993 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$518 - $634 |
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 $842 - $1,030.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$842 - $1,030 |
2.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$565 - $691 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$277 - $339 |
0.6% |
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 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$927 - $1,133 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$169 - $207 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$257 - $315 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$150 - $184 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $948 - $1,158, which is about 2.2% 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 $572 - $699, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,519 - $1,857 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$948 - $1,158 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$572 - $699 |
1.3% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $989 - $1,209.
| Other Events Cost |
$989 - $1,209 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$989 - $1,209 |
2.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI spend between $7,574 - $9,257 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI with 175 guests spend between $3,850 - $4,706 on wedding photography, which is about 9.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Milwaukee WI is $2,951 - $3,607. This makes up a portion of your (6.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,574 - $9,257 |
17.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$347 - $425 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$425 - $519 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,850 - $4,706 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,951 - $3,607 |
6.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $922 - $1,126.
| Transportation Cost |
$922 - $1,126 |
2.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$922 - $1,126 |
2.1% |