For a wedding with 125 guests in the Indianapolis IN, the estimated total cost is around $28,573 - $34,923. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Indianapolis IN is approximately $254. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,573 - $34,923.
The average wedding cost in Indianapolis IN is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,573 - $34,923 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In West Lafayette IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $191 - $233. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $205 - $251.
In West Lafayette IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,123 - $1,373. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,519 - $1,857 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$191 - $233 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$205 - $251 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,123 - $1,373 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Indianapolis IN is $400 - $488. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Indianapolis IN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$400 - $488 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$400 - $488 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Indianapolis IN is $185 - $226. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$185 - $226 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,499 - $1,833, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Indianapolis IN area is $1,039 - $1,269.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,499 - $1,833 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,039 - $1,269 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$461 - $563 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Indianapolis IN, you should budget approximately $10,859 - $13,272, which is about 38.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,859 - $13,272 |
38.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,067 - $4,971 |
14.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,289 - $6,465 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,502 - $1,836 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,165 - $2,646. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,165 - $2,646 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$500 - $611 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$227 - $277 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$322 - $394 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$748 - $914 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$368 - $450 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $560 - $684.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$560 - $684 |
2.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$342 - $418 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$218 - $266 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $802 - $980. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$802 - $980 |
2.8% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$122 - $149 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$203 - $248 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$105 - $129 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $669 - $817, which is about 2.3% 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 $406 - $496, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,977 - $4,861 |
13.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,903 - $3,548 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$669 - $817 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$406 - $496 |
1.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $765 - $935.
| Other Events Cost |
$765 - $935 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$765 - $935 |
2.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$392 - $480 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$392 - $480 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Indianapolis IN spend between $5,451 - $6,663 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Indianapolis IN with 125 guests spend between $2,924 - $3,574 on wedding photography, which is about 10.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Indianapolis IN is $2,222 - $2,716. This makes up a portion of your (7.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,451 - $6,663 |
19.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$305 - $373 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,924 - $3,574 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,222 - $2,716 |
7.8% |