For a wedding with 250 guests in the Rochester MN, the estimated total cost is around $63,495 - $77,605. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Rochester MN is approximately $282. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $63,495 - $77,605.
The average wedding cost in Rochester MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $63,495 - $77,605 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Rochester MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $308 - $376. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $326 - $398.
In Rochester MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,843 - $2,253. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,614 - $3,194 |
4.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$308 - $376 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$137 - $167 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$326 - $398 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,843 - $2,253 |
2.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Rochester MN is $1,140 - $1,394. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Rochester MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,140 - $1,394 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,140 - $1,394 |
1.8% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,740 - $2,126, which is 2.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Rochester MN area is $1,215 - $1,485.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,740 - $2,126 |
2.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,215 - $1,485 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$525 - $641 |
0.8% |
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 Rochester MN, you should budget approximately $33,322 - $40,726, which is about 52.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$33,322 - $40,726 |
52.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,238 - $7,624 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,133 - $14,829 |
19.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,528 - $12,868 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,423 - $5,405 |
7.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,535 - $5,543. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,535 - $5,543 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$497 - $607 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $271 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$707 - $864 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,440 - $1,760 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,010 - $1,234 |
1.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,458 - $1,782. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,458 - $1,782 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$237 - $289 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$390 - $476 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$183 - $223 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$210 - $256 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$159 - $195 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$168 - $206 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,060 - $1,296, which is about 1.7% 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 $765 - $935, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,223 - $8,828 |
11.4% |
|
Bracelet
|
$230 - $282 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$216 - $264 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,666 - $5,702 |
7.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$285 - $349 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,060 - $1,296 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$765 - $935 |
1.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $501 |
0.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Rochester MN spend between $4,074 - $4,980 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Rochester MN with 250 guests spend between $2,751 - $3,363 on wedding photography, which is about 4.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,074 - $4,980 |
6.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$373 - $455 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$411 - $503 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$539 - $659 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,751 - $3,363 |
4.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Rochester MN is estimated to be $2,000 - $2,444. This service accounts for 3.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,000 - $2,444 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,000 - $2,444 |
3.1% |