For a wedding with 175 guests in the Portage MI, the estimated total cost is around $34,388 - $42,030. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Portage MI is approximately $218. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,388 - $42,030.
The average wedding cost in Portage MI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,388 - $42,030 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Portage MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $258 - $316. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $288 - $352.
In Portage MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,581 - $1,933. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,233 - $2,729 |
6.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$258 - $316 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$288 - $352 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,581 - $1,933 |
4.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Portage MI is $600 - $734. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Portage MI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$600 - $734 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$600 - $734 |
1.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Portage MI is $202 - $246. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$202 - $246 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,231 - $1,505, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Portage MI area is $829 - $1,013.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,231 - $1,505 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$829 - $1,013 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$402 - $492 |
1.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Portage MI, you should budget approximately $16,845 - $20,589, which is about 49.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,845 - $20,589 |
49.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,898 - $3,542 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,628 - $6,878 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,139 - $7,503 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,181 - $2,665 |
6.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,550 - $3,116. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,550 - $3,116 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$356 - $436 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$155 - $189 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$471 - $575 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$670 - $818 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$476 - $582 |
1.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $687 - $839.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$687 - $839 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$163 - $199 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$524 - $640 |
1.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $903 - $1,103. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$903 - $1,103 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$185 - $226 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$245 - $299 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$173 - $211 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $872 - $1,066, which is about 2.5% 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 $525 - $641, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,240 - $6,404 |
15.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,843 - $4,697 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$872 - $1,066 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$525 - $641 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Portage MI area is $217 - $265. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$217 - $265 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$217 - $265 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $664 - $812.
| Other Events Cost |
$664 - $812 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$664 - $812 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$382 - $466 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Portage MI spend between $2,635 - $3,221 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Portage MI with 175 guests spend between $1,922 - $2,350 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,635 - $3,221 |
7.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$293 - $359 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$419 - $513 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,922 - $2,350 |
5.6% |