For a wedding with 125 guests in the Saint Paul MN, the estimated total cost is around $39,010 - $47,678. 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 Paul MN is approximately $347. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,010 - $47,678.
The average wedding cost in Saint Paul MN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,010 - $47,678 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Saint Paul MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $264 - $322. 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 $284 - $348.
In Saint Paul MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,555 - $1,901. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,226 - $2,720 |
5.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$264 - $322 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$284 - $348 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,555 - $1,901 |
4.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Saint Paul MN is $444 - $542. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Saint Paul MN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$444 - $542 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$444 - $542 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Paul MN is $200 - $244. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$200 - $244 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,969 - $2,407, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Saint Paul MN area is $1,364 - $1,668.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,969 - $2,407 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,364 - $1,668 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$605 - $739 |
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 Saint Paul MN, you should budget approximately $16,068 - $19,638, which is about 41.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,068 - $19,638 |
41.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,378 - $2,906 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,583 - $5,601 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,415 - $9,063 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,692 - $2,068 |
4.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,835 - $3,465. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,835 - $3,465 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$557 - $681 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$254 - $310 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$294 - $360 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$815 - $996 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$558 - $682 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$357 - $437 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $585 - $715.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$585 - $715 |
1.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$385 - $471 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$200 - $244 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $613 - $749. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$613 - $749 |
1.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$185 - $227 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $883 - $1,079, 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 $536 - $656, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,252 - $6,420 |
13.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,833 - $4,685 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$883 - $1,079 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$536 - $656 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Saint Paul MN area is $258 - $316. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$258 - $316 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$258 - $316 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,004 - $1,228.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,004 - $1,228 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,004 - $1,228 |
2.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$412 - $504 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$412 - $504 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Saint Paul MN spend between $7,143 - $8,731 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Paul MN with 125 guests spend between $3,866 - $4,725 on wedding photography, which is about 9.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Saint Paul MN is $2,938 - $3,590. This makes up a portion of your (7.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,143 - $8,731 |
18.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$340 - $416 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,866 - $4,725 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,938 - $3,590 |
7.5% |