For a wedding with 175 guests in the Michigan City IN, the estimated total cost is around $35,903 - $43,881. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Michigan City IN is approximately $228. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,903 - $43,881.
The average wedding cost in Michigan City IN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,903 - $43,881 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chesterton IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $279 - $341. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $301 - $367.
In Chesterton IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,667 - $2,037. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,373 - $2,901 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$279 - $341 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$127 - $155 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$301 - $367 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,667 - $2,037 |
4.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Michigan City IN is $593 - $725. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Michigan City IN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$593 - $725 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$593 - $725 |
1.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Michigan City IN is $163 - $199. 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 |
$163 - $199 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,408 - $1,720, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Michigan City IN area is $976 - $1,192.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,408 - $1,720 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$976 - $1,192 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$432 - $528 |
1.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Michigan City IN, you should budget approximately $18,691 - $22,845, which is about 52.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,691 - $22,845 |
52.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,307 - $4,041 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,420 - $7,846 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,634 - $8,108 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,331 - $2,849 |
6.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,804 - $3,427. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,804 - $3,427 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$428 - $523 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$192 - $234 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$569 - $695 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$749 - $915 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$479 - $585 |
1.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $896 - $1,095.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$896 - $1,095 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$533 - $651 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$257 - $314 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $936 - $1,144. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$936 - $1,144 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$157 - $191 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$239 - $292 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$140 - $172 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $939 - $1,147, which is about 2.6% 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 $566 - $692, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,505 - $1,839 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$939 - $1,147 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$566 - $692 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Michigan City IN area is $230 - $282. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$230 - $282 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$230 - $282 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $708 - $866.
| Other Events Cost |
$708 - $866 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$708 - $866 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$369 - $451 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Michigan City IN spend between $5,227 - $6,389 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Michigan City IN with 175 guests spend between $2,609 - $3,189 on wedding photography, which is about 7.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Michigan City IN is $2,001 - $2,445. This makes up a portion of your (5.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,227 - $6,389 |
14.6% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$264 - $322 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$354 - $432 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,609 - $3,189 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,001 - $2,445 |
5.6% |