For a wedding with 38 guests in the madison, wi, the estimated total cost is around $26,335 - $32,187. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in madison, wi is approximately $770. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $26,335 - $32,187.
The average wedding cost in madison, wi is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $26,335 - $32,187 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Madison WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $392 - $480. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $406 - $496.
In Madison WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,229 - $2,725. This represents about 8.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,210 - $3,924 |
12.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$392 - $480 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$183 - $223 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$406 - $496 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,229 - $2,725 |
8.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in madison, wi is $126 - $154. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the madison, wi area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$126 - $154 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$126 - $154 |
0.5% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in madison, wi is $275 - $337. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$275 - $337 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$114 - $140 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,940 - $2,372, which is 7.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the madison, wi area is $1,341 - $1,639.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,940 - $2,372 |
7.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,341 - $1,639 |
5.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$599 - $733 |
2.3% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in madison, wi, you should budget approximately $3,075 - $3,759, which is about 11.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$3,075 - $3,759 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$823 - $1,005 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,574 - $1,924 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$679 - $829 |
2.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,781 - $2,177. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,781 - $2,177 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$555 - $679 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$254 - $310 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$274 - $334 |
1.0% |
|
Exit and Send-off Decorations
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$212 - $260 |
0.8% |
|
Unique Decorations
|
$151 - $185 |
0.6% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$272 - $332 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $513 - $627.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$513 - $627 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$143 - $175 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$197 - $241 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$113 - $138 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $288 - $352. This is approximately 1.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$288 - $352 |
1.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$36 - $44 |
0.1% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$32 - $40 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$35 - $43 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$32 - $40 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,217 - $1,487, which is about 4.6% 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 $768 - $938, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,413 - $7,839 |
24.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,429 - $5,413 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,217 - $1,487 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$768 - $938 |
2.9% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $994 - $1,214.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,511 - $1,847 |
5.7% |
|
Lodging
|
$518 - $633 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$994 - $1,214 |
3.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in madison, wi spend between $7,201 - $8,801 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 27.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in madison, wi with 38 guests spend between $3,103 - $3,793 on wedding photography, which is about 11.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in madison, wi is $2,371 - $2,897. This makes up a portion of your (9.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,201 - $8,801 |
27.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$311 - $381 |
1.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$439 - $537 |
1.7% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$348 - $426 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$628 - $768 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,103 - $3,793 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,371 - $2,897 |
9.0% |