For a wedding with 400 guests in the Waterford MI, the estimated total cost is around $56,834 - $69,464. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Waterford MI is approximately $158. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,834 - $69,464.
The average wedding cost in Waterford MI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,834 - $69,464 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Pontiac MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $153 - $187. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $170 - $208.
In Pontiac MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $937 - $1,145. This represents about 1.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,323 - $1,617 |
2.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$63 - $77 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$170 - $208 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$937 - $1,145 |
1.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Waterford MI is $1,784 - $2,180. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Waterford MI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,784 - $2,180 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,784 - $2,180 |
3.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Waterford MI is $158 - $194. 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 |
$158 - $194 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,596 - $1,950, which is 2.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Waterford MI area is $1,136 - $1,388.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,596 - $1,950 |
2.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,136 - $1,388 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$460 - $562 |
0.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Waterford MI, you should budget approximately $39,028 - $47,700, which is about 68.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$39,028 - $47,700 |
68.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$9,754 - $11,922 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$18,943 - $23,153 |
33.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,330 - $12,626 |
18.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,422 - $5,404. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,422 - $5,404 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$487 - $595 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $259 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,176 - $2,660 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,547 - $1,891 |
2.7% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,588 - $1,940.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,588 - $1,940 |
2.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,588 - $1,940 |
2.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,340 - $2,860. This is approximately 4.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,340 - $2,860 |
4.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,120 - $1,368 |
2.0% |
|
Postage
|
$642 - $784 |
1.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$579 - $707 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Waterford MI area is $231 - $283. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$231 - $283 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$231 - $283 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Waterford MI spend between $4,365 - $5,335 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Waterford MI with 400 guests spend between $2,225 - $2,719 on wedding photography, which is about 3.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Waterford MI is $1,903 - $2,325. This makes up a portion of your (3.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,365 - $5,335 |
7.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$238 - $290 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,225 - $2,719 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,903 - $2,325 |
3.3% |