For a wedding with 125 guests in the Madison WI, the estimated total cost is around $25,150 - $30,738. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Madison WI is approximately $224. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,150 - $30,738.
The average wedding cost in Madison WI is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,150 - $30,738 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Madison WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $302 - $369. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $324 - $396.
In Madison WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,773 - $2,167. This represents about 7.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,538 - $3,102 |
10.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$302 - $369 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$140 - $171 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$324 - $396 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,773 - $2,167 |
7.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Madison WI is $234 - $286. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$234 - $286 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,523 - $1,861, which is 6.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Madison WI area is $1,055 - $1,289.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,523 - $1,861 |
6.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,055 - $1,289 |
4.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$468 - $572 |
1.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Madison WI, you should budget approximately $13,522 - $16,526, which is about 53.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,522 - $16,526 |
53.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,159 - $2,639 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,163 - $5,089 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,662 - $6,920 |
22.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,537 - $1,879 |
6.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $485 - $593. This accounts for roughly 1.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$485 - $593 |
1.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$485 - $593 |
1.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $350 - $428.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$350 - $428 |
1.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$350 - $428 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $568 - $694. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$568 - $694 |
2.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$172 - $210 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$79 - $97 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$103 - $125 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $960 - $1,174, which is about 3.8% 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 $582 - $712, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,543 - $1,885 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$960 - $1,174 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$582 - $712 |
2.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Madison WI area is $248 - $303. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $303 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $303 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $776 - $948.
| Other Events Cost |
$776 - $948 |
3.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$776 - $948 |
3.1% |
On average, couples in Madison WI spend between $3,364 - $4,112 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Madison WI with 125 guests spend between $2,957 - $3,614 on wedding photography, which is about 11.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,364 - $4,112 |
13.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$408 - $498 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,957 - $3,614 |
11.8% |