For a wedding with 250 guests in the Polson MT, the estimated total cost is around $65,023 - $79,473. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Polson MT is approximately $289. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $65,023 - $79,473.
The average wedding cost in Polson MT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $65,023 - $79,473 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Charlo MT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $188 - $230. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $203 - $248.
In Charlo MT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,123 - $1,373. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,599 - $1,955 |
2.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$188 - $230 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$86 - $105 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$203 - $248 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,123 - $1,373 |
1.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Polson MT is $1,526 - $1,865. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Polson MT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,526 - $1,865 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,526 - $1,865 |
2.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Polson MT is $227 - $277. 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 |
$227 - $277 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,367 - $1,671, which is 2.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Polson MT area is $948 - $1,158.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,367 - $1,671 |
2.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$948 - $1,158 |
1.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$419 - $513 |
0.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Polson MT, you should budget approximately $39,203 - $47,915, which is about 60.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$39,203 - $47,915 |
60.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$8,672 - $10,600 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$16,836 - $20,578 |
25.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,581 - $9,265 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$6,114 - $7,472 |
9.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,273 - $6,445. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,273 - $6,445 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$432 - $528 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$194 - $237 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$543 - $663 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,928 - $2,356 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,233 - $1,507 |
1.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,262 - $2,764.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,262 - $2,764 |
3.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$138 - $168 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,398 - $1,708 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$625 - $763 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,683 - $3,279. This is approximately 4.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,683 - $3,279 |
4.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$381 - $465 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$339 - $415 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$176 - $216 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$580 - $708 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$341 - $417 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$342 - $418 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$257 - $315 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$266 - $326 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $670 - $818, which is about 1.0% 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 $403 - $493, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,000 - $4,888 |
6.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,927 - $3,577 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$670 - $818 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$403 - $493 |
0.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Polson MT area is $245 - $299. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$245 - $299 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$245 - $299 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $688 - $840.
| Other Events Cost |
$688 - $840 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$688 - $840 |
1.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$392 - $480 |
0.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Polson MT spend between $5,559 - $6,795 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Polson MT with 250 guests spend between $2,414 - $2,950 on wedding photography, which is about 3.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Polson MT is $1,850 - $2,262. This makes up a portion of your (2.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,559 - $6,795 |
8.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$339 - $415 |
0.5% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$307 - $375 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$649 - $793 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,414 - $2,950 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,850 - $2,262 |
2.8% |