For a wedding with 400 guests in the La Crosse WI, the estimated total cost is around $88,095 - $107,671. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in La Crosse WI is approximately $245. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $88,095 - $107,671.
The average wedding cost in La Crosse WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $88,095 - $107,671 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Trempealeau WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $261 - $319. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $281 - $343.
In Trempealeau WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,537 - $1,879. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,200 - $2,688 |
2.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$261 - $319 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$121 - $147 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$281 - $343 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,537 - $1,879 |
1.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in La Crosse WI is $1,932 - $2,362. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the La Crosse WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,932 - $2,362 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,932 - $2,362 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in La Crosse WI is $220 - $268. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$220 - $268 |
0.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,508 - $1,843, which is 1.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the La Crosse WI area is $1,044 - $1,276.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,508 - $1,843 |
1.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,044 - $1,276 |
1.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$464 - $567 |
0.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in La Crosse WI, you should budget approximately $51,107 - $62,465, which is about 58.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$51,107 - $62,465 |
58.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,737 - $13,123 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$22,649 - $27,683 |
25.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,076 - $12,315 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,646 - $9,345 |
8.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,096 - $8,672. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,096 - $8,672 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$466 - $570 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $259 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,806 - $2,208 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$637 - $779 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,425 - $2,963 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,550 - $1,894 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,208 - $3,920.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,208 - $3,920 |
3.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$105 - $129 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$142 - $174 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,742 - $2,129 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,219 - $1,489 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,658 - $5,693. This is approximately 5.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,658 - $5,693 |
5.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$767 - $937 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$359 - $439 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,137 - $1,389 |
1.3% |
|
Postage
|
$666 - $814 |
0.8% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$674 - $824 |
0.8% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$517 - $631 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$538 - $658 |
0.6% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $842 - $1,030, which is about 1.0% 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 $511 - $625, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,008 - $6,120 |
5.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,654 - $4,466 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$842 - $1,030 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$511 - $625 |
0.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the La Crosse WI area is $235 - $287. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $770 - $941.
| Other Events Cost |
$770 - $941 |
0.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$770 - $941 |
0.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$375 - $459 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$375 - $459 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in La Crosse WI spend between $2,710 - $3,312 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in La Crosse WI with 400 guests spend between $2,373 - $2,901 on wedding photography, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,710 - $3,312 |
3.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$337 - $411 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,373 - $2,901 |
2.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in La Crosse WI is estimated to be $3,352 - $4,096. This service accounts for 3.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,352 - $4,096 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,352 - $4,096 |
3.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $3,719 - $4,545.
| Transportation Cost |
$3,719 - $4,545 |
4.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,719 - $4,545 |
4.2% |