For a wedding with 175 guests in the Minneapolis, the estimated total cost is around $38,454 - $47,000. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Minneapolis is approximately $244. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,454 - $47,000.
The average wedding cost in Minneapolis is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,454 - $47,000 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Minneapolis MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $161 - $197. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $174 - $212.
In Minneapolis MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $960 - $1,174. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,368 - $1,672 |
3.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$161 - $197 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$174 - $212 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$960 - $1,174 |
2.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Minneapolis is $570 - $696. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Minneapolis area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$570 - $696 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$570 - $696 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Minneapolis is $154 - $188. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$154 - $188 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,204 - $6,360, which is 13.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Minneapolis area is $1,223 - $1,495.
For a live band, couples in Minneapolis typically budget around $3,440 - $4,204 which is 8.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,204 - $6,360 |
13.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,223 - $1,495 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$541 - $661 |
1.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,440 - $4,204 |
8.9% |
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 Minneapolis, you should budget approximately $18,743 - $22,909, which is about 48.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,743 - $22,909 |
48.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,085 - $3,771 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,989 - $7,319 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,494 - $9,160 |
19.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,175 - $2,659 |
5.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,165 - $3,869. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,165 - $3,869 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$582 - $712 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$260 - $318 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$747 - $913 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$719 - $879 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$459 - $561 |
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 $497 - $607.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$497 - $607 |
1.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$497 - $607 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $989 - $1,209. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$989 - $1,209 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$161 - $197 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$245 - $299 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$145 - $177 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $568 - $694, which is about 1.5% 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 $342 - $418, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$910 - $1,112 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$568 - $694 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$342 - $418 |
0.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Minneapolis area is $258 - $316. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$258 - $316 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$258 - $316 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $887 - $1,085.
| Other Events Cost |
$887 - $1,085 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$887 - $1,085 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$414 - $506 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Minneapolis spend between $5,295 - $6,471 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Minneapolis with 175 guests spend between $2,825 - $3,453 on wedding photography, which is about 7.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Minneapolis is $2,166 - $2,648. This makes up a portion of your (5.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,295 - $6,471 |
13.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$303 - $371 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,825 - $3,453 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,166 - $2,648 |
5.6% |