For a wedding with 125 guests in the Fargo ND, the estimated total cost is around $34,736 - $42,455. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Fargo ND is approximately $309. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,736 - $42,455.
The average wedding cost in Fargo ND is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,736 - $42,455 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Grand Forks ND, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $236 - $288. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $253 - $309.
In Grand Forks ND, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,385 - $1,693. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,983 - $2,423 |
5.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$236 - $288 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,385 - $1,693 |
4.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Grand Forks ND is $242 - $296. 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 |
$242 - $296 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,594 - $3,170, which is 7.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fargo ND area is $1,106 - $1,352.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,594 - $3,170 |
7.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,106 - $1,352 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$491 - $600 |
1.4% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$997 - $1,219 |
2.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Fargo ND, you should budget approximately $15,674 - $19,158, which is about 45.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,674 - $19,158 |
45.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,306 - $2,818 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,445 - $5,433 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,283 - $8,901 |
21.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,641 - $2,005 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,695 - $2,071. This accounts for roughly 4.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,695 - $2,071 |
4.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$506 - $618 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$296 - $362 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$545 - $666 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$348 - $426 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $477 - $583.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$477 - $583 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$374 - $457 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $661 - $807. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$661 - $807 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$186 - $228 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $781 - $955, which is about 2.2% 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 $473 - $579, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,819 - $5,889 |
13.9% |
|
Earrings
|
$175 - $213 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,389 - $4,143 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$781 - $955 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$473 - $579 |
1.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $814 - $994.
| Other Events Cost |
$814 - $994 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$814 - $994 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$387 - $473 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$387 - $473 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Fargo ND spend between $4,755 - $5,811 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fargo ND with 125 guests spend between $2,514 - $3,072 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Fargo ND is $1,911 - $2,335. This makes up a portion of your (5.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,755 - $5,811 |
13.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$330 - $404 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,514 - $3,072 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,911 - $2,335 |
5.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $636 - $778.
| Transportation Cost |
$636 - $778 |
1.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$636 - $778 |
1.8% |