For a wedding with 250 guests in the St. Louis, the estimated total cost is around $55,278 - $67,562. 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 is approximately $246. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $55,278 - $67,562.
The average wedding cost in St. Louis is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $55,278 - $67,562 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Ballwin MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $412 - $504. 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 $444 - $542.
In Ballwin MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,425 - $2,963. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,471 - $4,243 |
6.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$412 - $504 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$191 - $233 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$444 - $542 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,425 - $2,963 |
4.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in St. Louis is $980 - $1,198. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the St. Louis area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$980 - $1,198 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$980 - $1,198 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St. Louis is $246 - $300. 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 |
$246 - $300 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,684 - $2,058, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St. Louis area is $1,166 - $1,426.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,684 - $2,058 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,166 - $1,426 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$518 - $633 |
0.9% |
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, you should budget approximately $28,682 - $35,056, which is about 51.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,682 - $35,056 |
51.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,427 - $6,633 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,460 - $12,784 |
18.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,934 - $10,920 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,861 - $4,719 |
7.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,199 - $5,132. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,199 - $5,132 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$501 - $613 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$228 - $278 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$680 - $832 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$682 - $834 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,230 - $1,504 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$877 - $1,071 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,624 - $1,984.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,624 - $1,984 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$163 - $199 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$880 - $1,076 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$460 - $562 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,699 - $2,077. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,699 - $2,077 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$288 - $352 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$134 - $164 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$430 - $526 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$193 - $235 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$257 - $314 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$195 - $239 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$203 - $248 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,339 - $1,637, which is about 2.4% 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 $1,016 - $1,242, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,170 - $9,986 |
14.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,815 - $7,107 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,339 - $1,637 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,016 - $1,242 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St. Louis 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 $860 - $1,051.
| Other Events Cost |
$860 - $1,051 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$860 - $1,051 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in St. Louis spend between $3,040 - $3,716 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St. Louis with 250 guests spend between $2,653 - $3,243 on wedding photography, which is about 4.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,040 - $3,716 |
5.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$387 - $473 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,653 - $3,243 |
4.8% |