For a wedding with 175 guests in the Portland Maine, the estimated total cost is around $43,047 - $52,613. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Portland Maine is approximately $273. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,047 - $52,613.
The average wedding cost in Portland Maine is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,047 - $52,613 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Portland ME, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $227 - $277. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $253 - $309.
In Portland ME, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,388 - $1,696. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,960 - $2,396 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$227 - $277 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$253 - $309 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,388 - $1,696 |
3.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Portland Maine is $831 - $1,015. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Portland Maine area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$831 - $1,015 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$831 - $1,015 |
1.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Portland Maine is $270 - $330. 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 |
$270 - $330 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$62 - $76 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,473 - $5,467, which is 10.4% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Portland Maine typically budget around $3,906 - $4,774 which is 9.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,473 - $5,467 |
10.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$567 - $693 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,906 - $4,774 |
9.1% |
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 Portland Maine, you should budget approximately $23,320 - $28,502, which is about 54.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$23,320 - $28,502 |
54.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,889 - $4,753 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,550 - $9,228 |
17.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,953 - $10,943 |
20.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,928 - $3,578 |
6.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,518 - $4,300. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,518 - $4,300 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$518 - $633 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$225 - $275 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$692 - $846 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$926 - $1,132 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$658 - $804 |
1.5% |
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 $1,007 - $1,231.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,007 - $1,231 |
2.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$701 - $857 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$306 - $374 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,234 - $1,508. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,234 - $1,508 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$219 - $267 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$290 - $354 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$205 - $251 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$148 - $180 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $771 - $943, which is about 1.8% 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 $464 - $567, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,235 - $1,509 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$771 - $943 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$464 - $567 |
1.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Portland Maine area is $274 - $334. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$274 - $334 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$274 - $334 |
0.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Portland Maine spend between $2,739 - $3,347 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Portland Maine with 175 guests spend between $2,739 - $3,347 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,739 - $3,347 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,739 - $3,347 |
6.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Portland Maine is estimated to be $2,187 - $2,673. This service accounts for 5.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,187 - $2,673 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,187 - $2,673 |
5.1% |