For a wedding with 125 guests in the Portage, WI, the estimated total cost is around $36,540 - $44,660. 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 $325. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,540 - $44,660.
The average wedding cost in Portage, WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,540 - $44,660 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 $258 - $316. 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 $279 - $341.
In Portage WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,526 - $1,865. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,183 - $2,668 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$258 - $316 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$279 - $341 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,526 - $1,865 |
4.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Portage, WI is $482 - $590. 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 |
$482 - $590 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$482 - $590 |
1.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,382 - $1,689, which is 3.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Portage, WI area is $1,382 - $1,689.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,382 - $1,689 |
3.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,382 - $1,689 |
3.8% |
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 $16,904 - $20,660, which is about 46.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,904 - $20,660 |
46.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,680 - $3,276 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,167 - $6,315 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,149 - $8,737 |
19.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,908 - $2,332 |
5.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,116 - $3,808. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,116 - $3,808 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$533 - $651 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$242 - $296 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$899 - $1,099 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$681 - $833 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$437 - $534 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $806 - $985. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$806 - $985 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$203 - $249 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $905 - $1,106, 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 $548 - $670, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,380 - $6,576 |
14.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,928 - $4,800 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$905 - $1,106 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$548 - $670 |
1.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$395 - $483 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Portage WI spend between $3,470 - $4,242 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Portage, WI with 125 guests spend between $3,139 - $3,837 on wedding photography, which is about 8.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,470 - $4,242 |
9.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$331 - $405 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,139 - $3,837 |
8.6% |
