For a wedding with 38 guests in the St. Paul , the estimated total cost is around $25,785 - $31,515. 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. Paul is approximately $754. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,785 - $31,515.
The average wedding cost in St. Paul is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,785 - $31,515 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Hastings MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $338 - $414. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $365 - $447.
In Hastings MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,021 - $2,471. This represents about 7.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,879 - $3,519 |
11.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$338 - $414 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$154 - $188 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$365 - $447 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,021 - $2,471 |
7.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in St. Paul is $131 - $161. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the St. Paul area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$131 - $161 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$131 - $161 |
0.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St. Paul is $236 - $288. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$236 - $288 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$129 - $157 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.4% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,380 - $1,686, which is 5.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,380 - $1,686 |
5.4% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,380 - $1,686 |
5.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in St. Paul , you should budget approximately $6,191 - $7,567, which is about 24.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,191 - $7,567 |
24.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$678 - $828 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,315 - $1,607 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,721 - $4,547 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$478 - $584 |
1.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,296 - $2,806. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,296 - $2,806 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$685 - $837 |
2.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$306 - $374 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$946 - $1,156 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$167 - $204 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$106 - $130 |
0.4% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $255 - $311.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$255 - $311 |
1.0% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$146 - $178 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $266 - $326. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$266 - $326 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$35 - $43 |
0.1% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$16 - $20 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$34 - $42 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,102 - $1,346, which is about 4.3% 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 $663 - $811, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,817 - $8,331 |
26.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$240 - $294 |
0.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,811 - $5,881 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,102 - $1,346 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$663 - $811 |
2.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St. Paul area is $258 - $316. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$258 - $316 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$258 - $316 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,110 - $1,356.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,110 - $1,356 |
4.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,110 - $1,356 |
4.3% |
On average, couples in St. Paul spend between $3,827 - $4,677 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St. Paul with 38 guests spend between $3,532 - $4,316 on wedding photography, which is about 13.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,827 - $4,677 |
14.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$295 - $361 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,532 - $4,316 |
13.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $140 - $171.
| Transportation Cost |
$140 - $171 |
0.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$140 - $171 |
0.5% |