For a wedding with 250 guests in the Dayton, OH, the estimated total cost is around $49,270 - $60,218. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Dayton, OH is approximately $219. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,270 - $60,218.
The average wedding cost in Dayton, OH is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,270 - $60,218 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Springboro OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $377 - $461. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $419 - $513.
In Springboro OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,303 - $2,815. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,254 - $3,978 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$377 - $461 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$155 - $189 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$419 - $513 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,303 - $2,815 |
4.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Dayton, OH is $996 - $1,218. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Dayton, OH area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$996 - $1,218 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$996 - $1,218 |
2.0% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,969 - $4,851, which is 8.1% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Dayton, OH typically budget around $3,969 - $4,851 which is 8.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,969 - $4,851 |
8.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,969 - $4,851 |
8.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Dayton, OH, you should budget approximately $29,986 - $36,650, which is about 60.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,986 - $36,650 |
60.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,233 - $6,395 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,161 - $12,419 |
20.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,067 - $13,527 |
22.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,525 - $4,309 |
7.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,227 - $1,499. This accounts for roughly 2.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,227 - $1,499 |
2.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$437 - $535 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$789 - $965 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $846 - $1,034.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$846 - $1,034 |
1.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$846 - $1,034 |
1.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,229 - $1,502. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,229 - $1,502 |
2.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$365 - $446 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$280 - $342 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$257 - $315 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$187 - $229 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Dayton, OH area is $229 - $279. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $819 - $1,001.
| Other Events Cost |
$819 - $1,001 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$819 - $1,001 |
1.7% |
On average, couples in Dayton, OH spend between $2,975 - $3,637 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dayton, OH with 250 guests spend between $2,402 - $2,936 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,975 - $3,637 |
6.0% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$239 - $292 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$335 - $409 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,402 - $2,936 |
4.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Dayton, OH is estimated to be $1,918 - $2,344. This service accounts for 3.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,918 - $2,344 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,918 - $2,344 |
3.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,822 - $2,226.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,822 - $2,226 |
3.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,822 - $2,226 |
3.7% |