For a wedding with 400 guests in the Saint Louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $90,318 - $110,388. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Saint Louis MO is approximately $251. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $90,318 - $110,388.
The average wedding cost in Saint Louis MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $90,318 - $110,388 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Ballwin MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $424 - $518. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $456 - $558.
In Ballwin MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,491 - $3,045. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,568 - $4,360 |
4.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$424 - $518 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$196 - $240 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$456 - $558 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,491 - $3,045 |
2.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Saint Louis MO is $1,944 - $2,376. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Saint Louis MO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,944 - $2,376 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,944 - $2,376 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Louis MO is $251 - $307. 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 |
$251 - $307 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,748 - $2,136, which is 1.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Saint Louis MO area is $1,211 - $1,480.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,748 - $2,136 |
1.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,211 - $1,480 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$537 - $657 |
0.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Saint Louis MO, you should budget approximately $54,183 - $66,223, which is about 60.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$54,183 - $66,223 |
60.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,171 - $13,653 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,531 - $26,315 |
23.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,533 - $16,541 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,948 - $9,714 |
8.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,808 - $8,320. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,808 - $8,320 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$509 - $622 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$230 - $282 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,365 - $1,669 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$699 - $855 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,442 - $2,984 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,562 - $1,910 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,018 - $3,688.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,018 - $3,688 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$121 - $147 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$163 - $199 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,811 - $2,213 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$923 - $1,129 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,487 - $4,261. This is approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,487 - $4,261 |
3.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$579 - $707 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$269 - $329 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$862 - $1,054 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$465 - $569 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$514 - $628 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$392 - $479 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$406 - $496 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,393 - $1,703, which is about 1.5% 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 $846 - $1,034, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,291 - $10,133 |
9.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,052 - $7,396 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,393 - $1,703 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$846 - $1,034 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Saint Louis MO area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $892 - $1,090.
| Other Events Cost |
$892 - $1,090 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$892 - $1,090 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO spend between $3,139 - $3,837 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO with 400 guests spend between $2,752 - $3,364 on wedding photography, which is about 3.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,139 - $3,837 |
3.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$387 - $473 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,752 - $3,364 |
3.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Saint Louis MO is estimated to be $1,878 - $2,296. This service accounts for 2.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,878 - $2,296 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,878 - $2,296 |
2.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $489 - $597.
| Transportation Cost |
$489 - $597 |
0.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$489 - $597 |
0.5% |