For a wedding with 250 guests in the Milwaukee, the estimated total cost is around $56,847 - $69,479. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Milwaukee is approximately $253. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,847 - $69,479.
The average wedding cost in Milwaukee is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,847 - $69,479 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Milwaukee WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $492 - $602. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $509 - $623.
In Milwaukee WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,798 - $3,420. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,029 - $4,925 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$492 - $602 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$509 - $623 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,798 - $3,420 |
4.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Milwaukee is $1,055 - $1,289. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Milwaukee area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,055 - $1,289 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,055 - $1,289 |
1.9% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Milwaukee, you should budget approximately $32,566 - $39,802, which is about 57.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$32,566 - $39,802 |
57.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,149 - $13,627 |
19.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$17,384 - $21,248 |
30.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,032 - $4,928 |
7.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,467 - $9,127. This accounts for roughly 13.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,467 - $9,127 |
13.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$581 - $710 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$266 - $326 |
0.5% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$2,566 - $3,136 |
4.5% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,779 - $2,175 |
3.1% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$2,275 - $2,781 |
4.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $7,017 - $8,577. This is approximately 12.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$7,017 - $8,577 |
12.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$887 - $1,085 |
1.6% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$796 - $972 |
1.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$410 - $502 |
0.7% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$1,394 - $1,704 |
2.5% |
|
Postage
|
$641 - $783 |
1.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$863 - $1,055 |
1.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$787 - $961 |
1.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$608 - $743 |
1.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$632 - $772 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI spend between $4,712 - $5,760 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Milwaukee with 250 guests spend between $3,015 - $3,685 on wedding photography, which is about 5.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,712 - $5,760 |
8.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$302 - $369 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$450 - $550 |
0.8% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$338 - $413 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$608 - $744 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,015 - $3,685 |
5.3% |
