For a wedding with 250 guests in the Kansas City MO, the estimated total cost is around $38,580 - $47,154. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Kansas City MO is approximately $171. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,580 - $47,154.
The average wedding cost in Kansas City MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,580 - $47,154 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Kansas City MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $168 - $206. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $187 - $229.
In Kansas City MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,030 - $1,258. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,454 - $1,778 |
3.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$187 - $229 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,030 - $1,258 |
2.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Kansas City MO is $843 - $1,031. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Kansas City MO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$843 - $1,031 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$843 - $1,031 |
2.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Kansas City MO is $224 - $274. 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 |
$224 - $274 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,290 - $1,576, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Kansas City MO area is $869 - $1,062.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,290 - $1,576 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$869 - $1,062 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$421 - $515 |
1.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Kansas City MO, you should budget approximately $22,200 - $27,134, which is about 57.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,200 - $27,134 |
57.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,060 - $4,962 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,884 - $9,636 |
20.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,201 - $8,801 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,056 - $3,735 |
7.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,754 - $4,588. This accounts for roughly 9.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,754 - $4,588 |
9.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$409 - $499 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$178 - $218 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$508 - $620 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$941 - $1,151 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$749 - $915 |
1.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $875 - $1,069.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$875 - $1,069 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$732 - $894 |
1.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,420 - $2,958. This is approximately 6.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,420 - $2,958 |
6.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$425 - $519 |
1.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$175 - $213 |
0.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$565 - $691 |
1.5% |
|
Postage
|
$280 - $342 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$397 - $485 |
1.0% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$288 - $352 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$291 - $355 |
0.8% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $602 - $736, which is about 1.6% 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 $363 - $443, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$965 - $1,179 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$602 - $736 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$363 - $443 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Kansas City MO spend between $4,555 - $5,567 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Kansas City MO with 250 guests spend between $2,455 - $3,001 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Kansas City MO is $2,100 - $2,566. This makes up a portion of your (5.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,555 - $5,567 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,455 - $3,001 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,100 - $2,566 |
5.4% |