For a wedding with 127 guests in the Madison WI, the estimated total cost is around $48,771 - $59,609. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Madison WI is approximately $259. With a guest count of 127, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $48,771 - $59,609.
The average wedding cost in Madison WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $48,771 - $59,609 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Portage WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $320 - $392. 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 $330 - $404.
In Portage WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,817 - $2,221. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,617 - $3,199 |
5.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$320 - $392 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$330 - $404 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,817 - $2,221 |
3.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 127 guests in Madison WI is $735 - $899. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Madison WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$735 - $899 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$735 - $899 |
1.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,279 - $2,785, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Madison WI area is $1,575 - $1,925.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,279 - $2,785 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,575 - $1,925 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$704 - $860 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 127 guest wedding in Madison WI, you should budget approximately $21,595 - $26,393, which is about 44.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,595 - $26,393 |
44.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,916 - $4,786 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,493 - $9,158 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,476 - $9,138 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,710 - $3,312 |
5.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,392 - $5,368. This accounts for roughly 9.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,392 - $5,368 |
9.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$686 - $838 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$314 - $384 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,066 - $1,302 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,160 - $1,418 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$752 - $920 |
1.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $904 - $1,104. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$904 - $1,104 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$151 - $185 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$238 - $290 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,111 - $1,357, which is about 2.3% 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 $700 - $856, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,559 - $3,127 |
5.2% |
|
Bracelet
|
$230 - $281 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$290 - $354 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,111 - $1,357 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$700 - $856 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Portage WI spend between $7,254 - $8,866 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Madison WI with 127 guests spend between $3,645 - $4,455 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Madison WI is $2,784 - $3,402. That's about 5.7% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,254 - $8,866 |
14.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$359 - $439 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$466 - $570 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,645 - $4,455 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,784 - $3,402 |
5.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Madison WI is estimated to be $2,318 - $2,833. This service accounts for 4.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,318 - $2,833 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,318 - $2,833 |
4.8% |