For a wedding with 175 guests in the Saint Louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $55,925 - $68,353. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Saint Louis MO is approximately $355. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $55,925 - $68,353.
The average wedding cost in Saint Louis MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $55,925 - $68,353 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 $984 - $1,202. This represents about 1.8% of your total wedding expenses.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $5,593 - $6,835. This represents about 10.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,035 - $8,599 |
12.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$984 - $1,202 |
1.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$459 - $561 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$5,593 - $6,835 |
10.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Saint Louis MO is $753 - $921. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Saint Louis MO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$753 - $921 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$753 - $921 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Louis MO is $253 - $309. 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 |
$253 - $309 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,755 - $2,145, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Saint Louis MO area is $1,213 - $1,483.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,755 - $2,145 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,213 - $1,483 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$542 - $662 |
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 Saint Louis MO, you should budget approximately $24,134 - $29,497, which is about 43.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,134 - $29,497 |
43.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,122 - $5,038 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,887 - $9,639 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,273 - $11,333 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,852 - $3,486 |
5.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,945 - $6,043. This accounts for roughly 8.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,945 - $6,043 |
8.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$525 - $641 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$240 - $294 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,273 - $1,555 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,638 - $2,002 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,269 - $1,551 |
2.3% |
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 $1,139 - $1,392.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,139 - $1,392 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$194 - $237 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$267 - $327 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$678 - $828 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $5,470 - $6,686. This is approximately 9.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$5,470 - $6,686 |
9.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$941 - $1,150 |
1.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$434 - $530 |
0.8% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,475 - $1,803 |
2.6% |
|
Postage
|
$478 - $584 |
0.9% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$833 - $1,018 |
1.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$644 - $787 |
1.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$667 - $815 |
1.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Saint Louis MO 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 $898 - $1,098.
| Other Events Cost |
$898 - $1,098 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$898 - $1,098 |
1.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO spend between $5,932 - $7,250 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO with 175 guests spend between $2,806 - $3,430 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Saint Louis MO is $2,143 - $2,619. This makes up a portion of your (3.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,932 - $7,250 |
10.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$569 - $695 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$414 - $506 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,806 - $3,430 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,143 - $2,619 |
3.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Saint Louis MO is estimated to be $1,786 - $2,182. This service accounts for 3.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,786 - $2,182 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,786 - $2,182 |
3.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,582 - $1,934.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,582 - $1,934 |
2.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$506 - $618 |
0.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,076 - $1,316 |
1.9% |