For a wedding with 38 guests in the Watertown SD, the estimated total cost is around $10,476 - $12,804. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Watertown SD is approximately $306. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $10,476 - $12,804.
The average wedding cost in Watertown SD is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $10,476 - $12,804 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Sioux Falls SD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $231 - $283. This represents about 2.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $249 - $305.
In Sioux Falls SD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,382 - $1,689. This represents about 13.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,967 - $2,404 |
18.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$231 - $283 |
2.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $128 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$249 - $305 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,382 - $1,689 |
13.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Watertown SD is $106 - $130. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Watertown SD area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$106 - $130 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$106 - $130 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Watertown SD is $136 - $166. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$136 - $166 |
1.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.8% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $357 - $437, which is 3.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$357 - $437 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$357 - $437 |
3.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Watertown SD, you should budget approximately $1,466 - $1,792, which is about 14.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$1,466 - $1,792 |
14.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,076 - $1,315 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$391 - $477 |
3.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,236 - $1,510. This accounts for roughly 11.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,236 - $1,510 |
11.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$410 - $502 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$574 - $702 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$153 - $187 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$98 - $120 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $97 - $119. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$97 - $119 |
0.9% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$39 - $47 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$18 - $22 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$23 - $28 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$18 - $22 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $741 - $905, which is about 7.1% 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 $446 - $546, which is about 4.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,187 - $1,451 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$741 - $905 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$446 - $546 |
4.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Watertown SD area is $233 - $285. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$233 - $285 |
2.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$233 - $285 |
2.2% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $586 - $716.
| Other Events Cost |
$586 - $716 |
5.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$586 - $716 |
5.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$373 - $455 |
3.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Watertown SD spend between $2,732 - $3,340 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 26.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Watertown SD with 38 guests spend between $1,864 - $2,278 on wedding photography, which is about 17.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,732 - $3,340 |
26.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$353 - $431 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$516 - $630 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,864 - $2,278 |
17.8% |