For a wedding with 175 guests in the Appleton WI, the estimated total cost is around $39,891 - $48,755. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Appleton WI is approximately $253. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,891 - $48,755.
The average wedding cost in Appleton WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,891 - $48,755 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Appleton WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $271 - $331. 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 $292 - $356.
In Appleton WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,596 - $1,950. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,283 - $2,791 |
5.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$271 - $331 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$292 - $356 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,596 - $1,950 |
4.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Appleton WI is $671 - $820. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Appleton WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$671 - $820 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$671 - $820 |
1.7% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,862 - $2,276, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Appleton WI area is $1,290 - $1,576.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,862 - $2,276 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,290 - $1,576 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$572 - $700 |
1.4% |
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 Appleton WI, you should budget approximately $23,941 - $29,261, which is about 60.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$23,941 - $29,261 |
60.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,670 - $4,486 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,075 - $8,647 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,583 - $12,935 |
26.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,613 - $3,193 |
6.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,371 - $4,121. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,371 - $4,121 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$544 - $664 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$247 - $301 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$754 - $922 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$842 - $1,029 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$539 - $659 |
1.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,121 - $1,370. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,121 - $1,370 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$189 - $231 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$282 - $344 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$398 - $486 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Appleton WI spend between $3,273 - $4,001 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Appleton WI with 175 guests spend between $2,932 - $3,584 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,273 - $4,001 |
8.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$341 - $417 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,932 - $3,584 |
7.4% |
