For a wedding with 400 guests in the Sioux Falls SD, the estimated total cost is around $60,845 - $74,366. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Sioux Falls SD is approximately $169. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $60,845 - $74,366.
The average wedding cost in Sioux Falls SD is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $60,845 - $74,366 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Sioux Falls SD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $131 - $161. This represents about 0.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $141 - $173.
In Sioux Falls SD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $774 - $946. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,108 - $1,354 |
1.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$61 - $75 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$774 - $946 |
1.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Sioux Falls SD is $1,944 - $2,376. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Sioux Falls SD area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,944 - $2,376 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,944 - $2,376 |
3.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Sioux Falls SD is $234 - $286. 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 |
$234 - $286 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,633 - $1,995, which is 2.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Sioux Falls SD area is $1,131 - $1,383.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,633 - $1,995 |
2.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,131 - $1,383 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$501 - $613 |
0.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Sioux Falls SD, you should budget approximately $39,868 - $48,728, which is about 65.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$39,868 - $48,728 |
65.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,281 - $26,011 |
35.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,729 - $13,113 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,858 - $9,604 |
12.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,377 - $1,683. This accounts for roughly 2.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,377 - $1,683 |
2.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$484 - $592 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $270 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$672 - $822 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,994 - $2,438.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,994 - $2,438 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$87 - $107 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,788 - $2,186 |
2.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $5,180 - $6,331. This is approximately 8.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$5,180 - $6,331 |
8.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$824 - $1,008 |
1.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$388 - $474 |
0.6% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,227 - $1,499 |
2.0% |
|
Postage
|
$872 - $1,066 |
1.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$734 - $897 |
1.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$557 - $681 |
0.9% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$578 - $706 |
0.9% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $290 - $354, which is about 0.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$290 - $354 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$290 - $354 |
0.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Sioux Falls SD area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $833 - $1,019.
| Other Events Cost |
$833 - $1,019 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$833 - $1,019 |
1.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$390 - $476 |
0.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Sioux Falls SD spend between $5,750 - $7,028 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Sioux Falls SD with 400 guests spend between $3,108 - $3,798 on wedding photography, which is about 5.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Sioux Falls SD is $2,362 - $2,886. This makes up a portion of your (3.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,750 - $7,028 |
9.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$281 - $343 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,108 - $3,798 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,362 - $2,886 |
3.9% |