For a wedding with 250 guests in the Madison WI, the estimated total cost is around $46,923 - $57,351. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Madison WI is approximately $209. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,923 - $57,351.
The average wedding cost in Madison WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,923 - $57,351 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Mount Horeb WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $316 - $386. 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 $341 - $417.
In Mount Horeb WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,863 - $2,277. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,667 - $3,259 |
5.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$316 - $386 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$341 - $417 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,863 - $2,277 |
4.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Mount Horeb WI is $190 - $232. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$190 - $232 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,670 - $2,041, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Madison WI area is $1,157 - $1,414.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,670 - $2,041 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,157 - $1,414 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$513 - $627 |
1.1% |
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 Madison WI, you should budget approximately $24,505 - $29,951, which is about 52.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,505 - $29,951 |
52.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,285 - $6,459 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,188 - $12,452 |
21.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,032 - $11,040 |
19.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,074 - $4,980. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,074 - $4,980 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$500 - $612 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$228 - $278 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$679 - $829 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,197 - $1,463 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$767 - $937 |
1.6% |
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 $1,602 - $1,958.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,602 - $1,958 |
3.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$155 - $189 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$857 - $1,047 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$476 - $582 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,640 - $2,004. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,640 - $2,004 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$298 - $364 |
0.6% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$445 - $543 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$221 - $270 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$266 - $325 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$201 - $245 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$211 - $257 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,044 - $1,276, which is about 2.2% 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 $635 - $776, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,679 - $2,052 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,044 - $1,276 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$635 - $776 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Madison WI area is $248 - $303. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $303 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $303 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $851 - $1,040.
| Other Events Cost |
$851 - $1,040 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$395 - $483 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Madison WI spend between $5,611 - $6,857 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Madison WI with 250 guests spend between $3,188 - $3,896 on wedding photography, which is about 6.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Madison WI is $2,423 - $2,961. This makes up a portion of your (5.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,611 - $6,857 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,188 - $3,896 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,423 - $2,961 |
5.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Madison WI is estimated to be $1,794 - $2,192. This service accounts for 3.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,794 - $2,192 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,794 - $2,192 |
3.8% |