For a wedding with 250 guests in the Sault Sainte Marie MI, the estimated total cost is around $39,939 - $48,815. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Sault Sainte Marie MI is approximately $178. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,939 - $48,815.
The average wedding cost in Sault Sainte Marie MI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,939 - $48,815 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 $182 - $222.
In Sault Sainte Marie MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,031 - $1,261. This represents about 2.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,213 - $1,483 |
3.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$182 - $222 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,031 - $1,261 |
2.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Sault Sainte Marie MI is $977 - $1,195. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Sault Sainte Marie MI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$977 - $1,195 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$977 - $1,195 |
2.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Sault Sainte Marie MI is $131 - $161. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$59 - $73 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,146 - $1,400, which is 2.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Sault Sainte Marie MI area is $801 - $979.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,146 - $1,400 |
2.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$801 - $979 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$345 - $421 |
0.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Sault Sainte Marie MI, you should budget approximately $26,972 - $32,966, which is about 67.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,972 - $32,966 |
67.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,382 - $6,578 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,469 - $12,795 |
26.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,305 - $8,929 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,816 - $4,664 |
9.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,377 - $1,683. This accounts for roughly 3.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,377 - $1,683 |
3.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$156 - $190 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$457 - $559 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$764 - $934 |
1.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $873 - $1,067.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$873 - $1,067 |
2.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$873 - $1,067 |
2.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,418 - $1,733. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,418 - $1,733 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$253 - $309 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$416 - $508 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$227 - $277 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$224 - $274 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$180 - $220 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $629 - $769, which is about 1.6% 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 $375 - $459, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,004 - $1,228 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$629 - $769 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$375 - $459 |
0.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Sault Sainte Marie MI area is $219 - $267. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$219 - $267 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$219 - $267 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $613 - $749.
| Other Events Cost |
$613 - $749 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$613 - $749 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Sault Sainte Marie MI spend between $2,165 - $2,647 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Sault Sainte Marie MI with 250 guests spend between $1,812 - $2,214 on wedding photography, which is about 4.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,165 - $2,647 |
5.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$354 - $432 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,812 - $2,214 |
4.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,831 - $2,237.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,831 - $2,237 |
4.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,831 - $2,237 |
4.6% |