For a wedding with 125 guests in the Portage, WI, the estimated total cost is around $35,756 - $43,702. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Portage, WI is approximately $318. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,756 - $43,702.
The average wedding cost in Portage, WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,756 - $43,702 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Portage WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $252 - $308. 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 $273 - $333.
In Portage WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,490 - $1,821. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,131 - $2,605 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$252 - $308 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$273 - $333 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,490 - $1,821 |
4.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Portage, WI is $472 - $576. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Portage, WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$472 - $576 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$472 - $576 |
1.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,336 - $1,632, which is 3.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Portage, WI area is $1,336 - $1,632.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,336 - $1,632 |
3.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,336 - $1,632 |
3.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Portage, WI, you should budget approximately $16,641 - $20,339, which is about 46.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,641 - $20,339 |
46.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,608 - $3,188 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,027 - $6,145 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,149 - $8,737 |
20.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,857 - $2,269 |
5.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,036 - $3,710. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,036 - $3,710 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$512 - $626 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$233 - $285 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$878 - $1,074 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$668 - $816 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$428 - $523 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $789 - $965. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$789 - $965 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$134 - $164 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$62 - $76 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$199 - $243 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $878 - $1,074, which is about 2.5% 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 $533 - $651, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,227 - $6,389 |
14.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,816 - $4,664 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$878 - $1,074 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$533 - $651 |
1.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$395 - $483 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Portage WI spend between $3,367 - $4,115 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Portage, WI with 125 guests spend between $3,036 - $3,710 on wedding photography, which is about 8.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,367 - $4,115 |
9.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$331 - $405 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,036 - $3,710 |
8.5% |
