For a wedding with 400 guests in the South Milwaukee WI, the estimated total cost is around $144,251 - $176,307. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in South Milwaukee WI is approximately $401. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $144,251 - $176,307.
The average wedding cost in South Milwaukee WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $144,251 - $176,307 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In South Milwaukee WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $244 - $298. This represents about 0.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $252 - $308.
In South Milwaukee WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,386 - $1,694. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,996 - $2,440 |
1.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$244 - $298 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$114 - $140 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$252 - $308 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,386 - $1,694 |
1.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in South Milwaukee WI is $2,138 - $2,613. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the South Milwaukee WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,138 - $2,613 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,138 - $2,613 |
1.5% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in South Milwaukee WI is $311 - $381. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$311 - $381 |
0.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$114 - $140 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$62 - $76 |
0.0% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,050 - $2,506, which is 1.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the South Milwaukee WI area is $1,418 - $1,733.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,050 - $2,506 |
1.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,418 - $1,733 |
1.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$633 - $773 |
0.4% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in South Milwaukee WI, you should budget approximately $88,163 - $107,755, which is about 61.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$88,163 - $107,755 |
61.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$12,443 - $15,209 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$23,806 - $29,096 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$43,305 - $52,929 |
30.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,609 - $10,522 |
6.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $13,786 - $16,850. This accounts for roughly 9.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$13,786 - $16,850 |
9.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$633 - $773 |
0.4% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$290 - $354 |
0.2% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$4,648 - $5,680 |
3.2% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$3,605 - $4,407 |
2.5% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$4,611 - $5,635 |
3.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,248 - $3,970.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,248 - $3,970 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $138 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$155 - $189 |
0.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,044 - $2,498 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$937 - $1,145 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,491 - $5,489. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,491 - $5,489 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$564 - $690 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$510 - $624 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$264 - $322 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$891 - $1,089 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$417 - $509 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$553 - $675 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$502 - $614 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$389 - $475 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$401 - $491 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $792 - $968, which is about 0.5% 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 $500 - $611, which is about 0.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,771 - $5,831 |
3.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,479 - $4,253 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$792 - $968 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$500 - $611 |
0.3% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,050 - $1,284.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,597 - $1,951 |
1.1% |
|
Lodging
|
$546 - $668 |
0.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,050 - $1,284 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in South Milwaukee WI spend between $15,170 - $18,541 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in South Milwaukee WI with 400 guests spend between $3,280 - $4,008 on wedding photography, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in South Milwaukee WI is $2,504 - $3,060. This makes up a portion of your (1.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$15,170 - $18,541 |
10.5% |
|
Additional Hours of Coverage
|
$430 - $526 |
0.3% |
|
Custom USB Drives or Digital Delivery
|
$247 - $301 |
0.2% |
|
Destination/Travel Fees
|
$1,742 - $2,129 |
1.2% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$302 - $369 |
0.2% |
|
Drone Photography/Videography
|
$497 - $607 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$518 - $633 |
0.4% |
|
Live Streaming Services
|
$885 - $1,081 |
0.6% |
|
Parent Albums
|
$501 - $613 |
0.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$452 - $552 |
0.3% |
|
Photography/Videography Add-Ons
|
$529 - $647 |
0.4% |
|
Pre-Wedding or Post-Wedding Photoshoot
|
$644 - $788 |
0.4% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$338 - $413 |
0.2% |
|
Raw Footage
|
$628 - $768 |
0.4% |
|
Second Photographer/Shooter
|
$539 - $659 |
0.4% |
|
Specialty Prints
|
$527 - $645 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$608 - $744 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,280 - $4,008 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,504 - $3,060 |
1.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in South Milwaukee WI is estimated to be $2,085 - $2,549. This service accounts for 1.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,085 - $2,549 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,085 - $2,549 |
1.4% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,445 - $5,433.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,445 - $5,433 |
3.1% |
|
Group Transportation
|
$3,894 - $4,760 |
2.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$551 - $673 |
0.4% |