For a wedding with 175 guests in the St. Louis, the estimated total cost is around $43,140 - $52,726. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in St. Louis is approximately $274. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,140 - $52,726.
The average wedding cost in St. Louis is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,140 - $52,726 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $236 - $288. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $255 - $311.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,407 - $1,719. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,004 - $2,450 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$236 - $288 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$255 - $311 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,407 - $1,719 |
3.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in St. Louis is $619 - $757. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the St. Louis area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$619 - $757 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$619 - $757 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St. Louis is $237 - $289. 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 |
$237 - $289 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,070 - $6,196, which is 11.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St. Louis area is $1,192 - $1,456.
For a live band, couples in St. Louis typically budget around $3,351 - $4,095 which is 7.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,070 - $6,196 |
11.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,192 - $1,456 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$527 - $645 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,351 - $4,095 |
7.8% |
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 St. Louis, you should budget approximately $22,533 - $27,541, which is about 52.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,533 - $27,541 |
52.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,419 - $4,179 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,638 - $8,113 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,067 - $12,304 |
23.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,410 - $2,946 |
5.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,106 - $2,574. This accounts for roughly 4.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,106 - $2,574 |
4.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$496 - $606 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$701 - $857 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$500 - $612 |
1.2% |
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 $822 - $1,004.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$822 - $1,004 |
1.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$551 - $673 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$271 - $331 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,133 - $1,385. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,133 - $1,385 |
2.6% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$252 - $308 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$162 - $198 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $812 - $992, which is about 1.9% 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 $489 - $597, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,301 - $1,590 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$812 - $992 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$489 - $597 |
1.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St. Louis area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $865 - $1,057.
| Other Events Cost |
$865 - $1,057 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$865 - $1,057 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$384 - $470 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in St. Louis spend between $3,076 - $3,760 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St. Louis with 175 guests spend between $2,750 - $3,362 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,076 - $3,760 |
7.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$326 - $398 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,750 - $3,362 |
6.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in St. Louis is estimated to be $1,821 - $2,225. This service accounts for 4.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,821 - $2,225 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,821 - $2,225 |
4.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $929 - $1,135.
| Transportation Cost |
$929 - $1,135 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$929 - $1,135 |
2.2% |