For a wedding with 250 guests in the Saint Louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $57,263 - $69,989. 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 $255. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $57,263 - $69,989.
The average wedding cost in Saint Louis MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $57,263 - $69,989 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $310 - $378. 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 $335 - $409.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,828 - $2,234. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,615 - $3,197 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$310 - $378 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$335 - $409 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,828 - $2,234 |
3.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Saint Louis MO is $1,013 - $1,239. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,013 - $1,239 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,013 - $1,239 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Louis MO is $246 - $300. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$246 - $300 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,704 - $4,528, which is 6.5% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Saint Louis MO typically budget around $3,188 - $3,896 which is 5.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,704 - $4,528 |
6.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$517 - $631 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,188 - $3,896 |
5.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Saint Louis MO, you should budget approximately $28,646 - $35,012, which is about 50.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,646 - $35,012 |
50.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,417 - $6,621 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,441 - $12,761 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,934 - $10,920 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,854 - $4,710 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,584 - $5,602. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,584 - $5,602 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$531 - $649 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$241 - $295 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$680 - $832 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$815 - $997 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,412 - $1,726 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$904 - $1,104 |
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 $1,592 - $1,946.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,592 - $1,946 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$878 - $1,074 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$459 - $561 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,706 - $2,085. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,706 - $2,085 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$288 - $352 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$429 - $525 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$201 - $245 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$255 - $311 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$195 - $239 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$203 - $248 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $988 - $1,208, which is about 1.7% 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 $599 - $733, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,588 - $1,940 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$988 - $1,208 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$599 - $733 |
1.0% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO spend between $5,529 - $6,757 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO with 250 guests spend between $3,142 - $3,840 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Saint Louis MO is $2,387 - $2,917. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,529 - $6,757 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,142 - $3,840 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,387 - $2,917 |
4.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Saint Louis MO is estimated to be $3,737 - $4,567. This service accounts for 6.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,737 - $4,567 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,737 - $4,567 |
6.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,064 - $2,522.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,064 - $2,522 |
3.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$489 - $597 |
0.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,575 - $1,925 |
2.8% |