For a wedding with 250 guests in the St. Louis, Mo, the estimated total cost is around $57,344 - $70,087. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in St. Louis, Mo is approximately $255. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $57,344 - $70,087.
The average wedding cost in St. Louis, Mo is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $57,344 - $70,087 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 $407 - $497. 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 $438 - $536.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,423 - $2,961. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,452 - $4,219 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$407 - $497 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$184 - $224 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$438 - $536 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,423 - $2,961 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in St. Louis, Mo is $949 - $1,159. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the St. Louis, Mo area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$949 - $1,159 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$949 - $1,159 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St. Louis, Mo is $240 - $294. 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 |
$240 - $294 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,211 - $1,481, which is 2.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St. Louis, Mo area is $1,211 - $1,481.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,211 - $1,481 |
2.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,211 - $1,481 |
2.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in St. Louis, Mo, you should budget approximately $29,036 - $35,488, which is about 50.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,036 - $35,488 |
50.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,306 - $6,486 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,303 - $12,593 |
18.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,685 - $11,837 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,741 - $4,573 |
6.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,563 - $4,355. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,563 - $4,355 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$502 - $614 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$224 - $274 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$650 - $794 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,334 - $1,630 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$853 - $1,043 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,400 - $1,711.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,400 - $1,711 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$855 - $1,045 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$429 - $525 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,554 - $1,900. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,554 - $1,900 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$263 - $321 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$401 - $490 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$176 - $215 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$234 - $286 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$176 - $216 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$185 - $226 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,344 - $1,642, which is about 2.3% 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 $810 - $990, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,028 - $9,812 |
14.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,874 - $7,180 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,344 - $1,642 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$810 - $990 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St. 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% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $879 - $1,075.
| Other Events Cost |
$879 - $1,075 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$879 - $1,075 |
1.5% |
On average, couples in St. Louis, Mo spend between $4,941 - $6,039 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St. Louis, Mo with 250 guests spend between $2,796 - $3,418 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in St. Louis, Mo is $2,145 - $2,621. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,941 - $6,039 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,796 - $3,418 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,145 - $2,621 |
3.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in St. Louis, Mo is estimated to be $1,850 - $2,262. This service accounts for 3.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,850 - $2,262 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,850 - $2,262 |
3.2% |