For a wedding with 125 guests in the St. Louis, missouri, the estimated total cost is around $32,723 - $39,995. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in St. Louis, missouri is approximately $291. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,723 - $39,995.
The average wedding cost in St. Louis, missouri is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,723 - $39,995 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $332 - $406. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $357 - $437.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,980 - $2,420. This represents about 6.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,821 - $3,447 |
8.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$332 - $406 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$151 - $185 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$357 - $437 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,980 - $2,420 |
6.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in St. Louis, missouri is $433 - $529. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the St. Louis, missouri area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$433 - $529 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$433 - $529 |
1.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,355 - $2,879, which is 7.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St. Louis, missouri area is $1,238 - $1,514.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,355 - $2,879 |
7.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,238 - $1,514 |
3.8% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,117 - $1,365 |
3.4% |
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 St. Louis, missouri, you should budget approximately $15,433 - $18,863, which is about 47.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,433 - $18,863 |
47.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,393 - $2,925 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,647 - $5,679 |
14.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,706 - $8,196 |
20.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,688 - $2,063 |
5.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,621 - $3,203. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,621 - $3,203 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$496 - $606 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $271 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$720 - $880 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$547 - $669 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$350 - $428 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $828 - $1,012.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$828 - $1,012 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$146 - $178 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$385 - $471 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$190 - $232 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $680 - $831. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$680 - $831 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$116 - $142 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$176 - $216 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,124 - $1,374, which is about 3.4% 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 $679 - $829, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,803 - $2,203 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,124 - $1,374 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$679 - $829 |
2.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St. Louis, missouri area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $898 - $1,098.
| Other Events Cost |
$898 - $1,098 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$898 - $1,098 |
2.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in St. Louis, missouri spend between $4,612 - $5,636 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St. Louis, missouri with 125 guests spend between $3,379 - $4,129 on wedding photography, which is about 10.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,612 - $5,636 |
14.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$401 - $491 |
1.2% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$301 - $367 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$531 - $649 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,379 - $4,129 |
10.3% |