For a wedding with 125 guests in the Columbus, OH, the estimated total cost is around $25,138 - $30,724. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Columbus, OH is approximately $223. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,138 - $30,724.
The average wedding cost in Columbus, OH is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,138 - $30,724 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Columbus OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $221 - $270. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $234 - $286.
In Columbus OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,325 - $1,619. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,877 - $2,295 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$221 - $270 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$98 - $120 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$234 - $286 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,325 - $1,619 |
5.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Columbus, OH is $401 - $491. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Columbus, OH area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$401 - $491 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Columbus, OH is $182 - $222. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$182 - $222 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,046 - $1,278, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Columbus, OH area is $1,046 - $1,278.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,046 - $1,278 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,046 - $1,278 |
4.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Columbus, OH, you should budget approximately $13,571 - $16,587, which is about 54.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,571 - $16,587 |
54.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,212 - $2,704 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,306 - $5,262 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,491 - $6,711 |
21.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,562 - $1,910 |
6.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,499 - $1,832. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,499 - $1,832 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$469 - $573 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$209 - $255 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$503 - $615 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$318 - $388 |
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 $545 - $666.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$545 - $666 |
2.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$358 - $438 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$186 - $228 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $644 - $788. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$644 - $788 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$104 - $128 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$173 - $211 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$70 - $86 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $761 - $931, which is about 3.0% 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 $453 - $553, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,214 - $1,484 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$761 - $931 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$453 - $553 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Columbus, OH area is $246 - $300. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$246 - $300 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$246 - $300 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $784 - $958.
| Other Events Cost |
$784 - $958 |
3.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$784 - $958 |
3.1% |
On average, couples in Columbus, OH spend between $3,129 - $3,825 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Columbus, OH with 125 guests spend between $2,397 - $2,929 on wedding photography, which is about 9.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,129 - $3,825 |
12.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$330 - $404 |
1.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$402 - $492 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,397 - $2,929 |
9.5% |