For a wedding with 400 guests in the Meridian ID, the estimated total cost is around $65,269 - $79,773. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Meridian ID is approximately $181. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $65,269 - $79,773.
The average wedding cost in Meridian ID is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $65,269 - $79,773 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Star ID, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $360 - $440. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $386 - $472.
In Star ID, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,117 - $2,587. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,029 - $3,702 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$360 - $440 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$166 - $202 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$386 - $472 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,117 - $2,587 |
3.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Star ID is $175 - $213. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$175 - $213 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Meridian ID, you should budget approximately $43,949 - $53,715, which is about 67.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$43,949 - $53,715 |
67.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$23,742 - $29,018 |
36.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,441 - $13,983 |
17.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,766 - $10,714 |
13.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,194 - $2,682. This accounts for roughly 3.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,194 - $2,682 |
3.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$482 - $589 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$220 - $268 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,493 - $1,825 |
2.3% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,158 - $2,638.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,158 - $2,638 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$162 - $198 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,996 - $2,440 |
3.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,800 - $3,422. This is approximately 4.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,800 - $3,422 |
4.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$560 - $684 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$295 - $361 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$510 - $624 |
0.8% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$560 - $684 |
0.9% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$429 - $525 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$446 - $545 |
0.7% |
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,018 - $6,133 |
7.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,018 - $6,133 |
7.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Meridian ID spend between $5,546 - $6,778 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Meridian ID with 400 guests spend between $2,623 - $3,205 on wedding photography, which is about 4.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Meridian ID is $1,994 - $2,437. This makes up a portion of your (3.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,546 - $6,778 |
8.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$385 - $471 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$545 - $666 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,623 - $3,205 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,994 - $2,437 |
3.1% |