For a wedding with 400 guests in the Wausau WI, the estimated total cost is around $75,676 - $92,492. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Wausau WI is approximately $210. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $75,676 - $92,492.
The average wedding cost in Wausau WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $75,676 - $92,492 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Wausau WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $322 - $394. 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 $333 - $407.
In Wausau WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,832 - $2,239. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,637 - $3,223 |
3.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$322 - $394 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$150 - $184 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$333 - $407 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,832 - $2,239 |
2.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Wausau WI is $2,086 - $2,550. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Wausau WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,086 - $2,550 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,086 - $2,550 |
2.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Wausau WI is $259 - $317. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$259 - $317 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,761 - $2,153, which is 2.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Wausau WI area is $1,218 - $1,488.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,761 - $2,153 |
2.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,218 - $1,488 |
1.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$544 - $664 |
0.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Wausau WI, you should budget approximately $42,870 - $52,396, which is about 56.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$42,870 - $52,396 |
56.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,892 - $14,534 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$22,751 - $27,807 |
30.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,227 - $10,055 |
10.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $10,798 - $13,198. This accounts for roughly 14.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$10,798 - $13,198 |
14.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$541 - $661 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$248 - $304 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,296 - $1,584 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$4,909 - $5,999 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$3,804 - $4,650 |
5.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,249 - $2,749.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,249 - $2,749 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$172 - $210 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,952 - $2,386 |
2.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,828 - $4,678. This is approximately 5.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,828 - $4,678 |
5.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$622 - $760 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$288 - $352 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$976 - $1,192 |
1.3% |
|
Postage
|
$526 - $642 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$552 - $674 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$424 - $518 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$441 - $539 |
0.6% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $982 - $1,200, which is about 1.3% 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 $619 - $757, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,338 - $2,858 |
3.1% |
|
Bracelet
|
$226 - $276 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$225 - $275 |
0.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$286 - $350 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$982 - $1,200 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$619 - $757 |
0.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Wausau WI area is $253 - $309. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Wausau WI spend between $6,596 - $8,062 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Wausau WI with 400 guests spend between $3,288 - $4,018 on wedding photography, which is about 4.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Wausau WI is $2,511 - $3,069. This makes up a portion of your (3.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,596 - $8,062 |
8.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$367 - $449 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$430 - $526 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,288 - $4,018 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,511 - $3,069 |
3.3% |