For a wedding with 125 guests in the Mankato MN, the estimated total cost is around $33,384 - $40,802. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Mankato MN is approximately $297. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,384 - $40,802.
The average wedding cost in Mankato MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,384 - $40,802 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Le Sueur MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $241 - $295. 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 $259 - $317.
In Le Sueur MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,436 - $1,755. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,046 - $2,500 |
6.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$241 - $295 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$259 - $317 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,436 - $1,755 |
4.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Mankato MN is $391 - $477. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Mankato MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$391 - $477 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$391 - $477 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Mankato MN is $230 - $282. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$230 - $282 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,459 - $1,783, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Mankato MN area is $1,012 - $1,236.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,459 - $1,783 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,012 - $1,236 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$447 - $547 |
1.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Mankato MN, you should budget approximately $12,813 - $15,661, which is about 38.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,813 - $15,661 |
38.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,071 - $2,531 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,021 - $4,915 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,261 - $6,431 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,460 - $1,784 |
4.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,425 - $2,963. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,425 - $2,963 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$491 - $600 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$220 - $268 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$622 - $760 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$493 - $603 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$315 - $385 |
0.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $759 - $927.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$759 - $927 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$333 - $407 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$188 - $230 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $687 - $839. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$687 - $839 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$176 - $215 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $797 - $974, which is about 2.4% 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 $480 - $586, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,757 - $5,814 |
14.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,480 - $4,254 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$797 - $974 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$480 - $586 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Mankato MN area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $734 - $898.
| Other Events Cost |
$734 - $898 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$734 - $898 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Mankato MN spend between $5,852 - $7,152 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Mankato MN with 125 guests spend between $2,822 - $3,449 on wedding photography, which is about 8.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Mankato MN is $2,164 - $2,644. This makes up a portion of your (6.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,852 - $7,152 |
17.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$337 - $411 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$530 - $648 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,822 - $3,449 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,164 - $2,644 |
6.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $609 - $745.
| Transportation Cost |
$609 - $745 |
1.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$609 - $745 |
1.8% |