For a wedding with 175 guests in the Bay City MI, the estimated total cost is around $35,510 - $43,402. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bay City MI is approximately $225. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,510 - $43,402.
The average wedding cost in Bay City MI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,510 - $43,402 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Auburn MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $248 - $304. 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 $265 - $323.
In Auburn MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,493 - $1,825. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,118 - $2,588 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$248 - $304 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$265 - $323 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,493 - $1,825 |
4.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Bay City MI is $625 - $763. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bay City MI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$625 - $763 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$625 - $763 |
1.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bay City MI is $191 - $233. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,229 - $1,502, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bay City MI area is $859 - $1,049.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,229 - $1,502 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$859 - $1,049 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$370 - $452 |
1.0% |
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 Bay City MI, you should budget approximately $18,140 - $22,172, which is about 51.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,140 - $22,172 |
51.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,231 - $3,949 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,284 - $7,680 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,334 - $7,742 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,291 - $2,801 |
6.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,839 - $3,469. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,839 - $3,469 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$411 - $503 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$183 - $223 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$526 - $642 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$788 - $963 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$488 - $596 |
1.4% |
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 $1,026 - $1,254.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,026 - $1,254 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$524 - $640 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$282 - $344 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $983 - $1,201. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$983 - $1,201 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$159 - $195 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$262 - $320 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $805 - $983, which is about 2.3% 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 $479 - $585, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,823 - $5,895 |
13.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,540 - $4,326 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$805 - $983 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$479 - $585 |
1.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bay City MI area is $228 - $278. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$228 - $278 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$228 - $278 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $657 - $803.
| Other Events Cost |
$657 - $803 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$657 - $803 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$366 - $448 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Bay City MI spend between $2,287 - $2,795 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bay City MI with 175 guests spend between $1,943 - $2,375 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,287 - $2,795 |
6.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,943 - $2,375 |
5.5% |