For a wedding with 175 guests in the St. Louis, the estimated total cost is around $32,805 - $40,095. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in St. Louis is approximately $208. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,805 - $40,095.
The average wedding cost in St. Louis is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,805 - $40,095 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Saint Charles MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $311 - $380. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $334 - $408.
In Saint Charles MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,851 - $2,263. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,496 - $3,050 |
7.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$311 - $380 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$334 - $408 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,851 - $2,263 |
5.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in St. Louis is $625 - $763. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the St. Louis area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$625 - $763 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$625 - $763 |
1.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St. Louis is $87 - $107. 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 |
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,714 - $2,094, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St. Louis area is $1,188 - $1,452.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,714 - $2,094 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,188 - $1,452 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$526 - $642 |
1.6% |
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 St. Louis, you should budget approximately $20,022 - $24,472, which is about 61.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,022 - $24,472 |
61.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,409 - $4,167 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,620 - $8,092 |
20.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,589 - $9,275 |
23.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,404 - $2,938 |
7.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,959 - $2,395. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,959 - $2,395 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$525 - $641 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$234 - $286 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$789 - $965 |
2.4% |
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 $654 - $800.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$654 - $800 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$549 - $671 |
1.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $984 - $1,202. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$984 - $1,202 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$167 - $204 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$254 - $310 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$149 - $182 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St. Louis area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in St. Louis spend between $3,095 - $3,783 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St. Louis with 175 guests spend between $2,741 - $3,351 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,095 - $3,783 |
9.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$354 - $432 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,741 - $3,351 |
8.4% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $929 - $1,135.
| Transportation Cost |
$929 - $1,135 |
2.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$929 - $1,135 |
2.8% |