For a wedding with 125 guests in the Milwaukee WI, the estimated total cost is around $36,365 - $44,447. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Milwaukee WI is approximately $323. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,365 - $44,447.
The average wedding cost in Milwaukee WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,365 - $44,447 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Milwaukee WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $221 - $271. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $239 - $292.
In Milwaukee WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,304 - $1,594. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,867 - $2,281 |
5.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$221 - $271 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$239 - $292 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,304 - $1,594 |
3.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Milwaukee WI is $434 - $530. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Milwaukee WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$434 - $530 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$434 - $530 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Milwaukee WI is $249 - $305. 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 |
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,827 - $2,233, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Milwaukee WI area is $1,265 - $1,547.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,827 - $2,233 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,265 - $1,547 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$562 - $686 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Milwaukee WI, you should budget approximately $15,427 - $18,855, which is about 42.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,427 - $18,855 |
42.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,355 - $2,879 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,541 - $5,551 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,854 - $8,377 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,677 - $2,049 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,815 - $3,441. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,815 - $3,441 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$516 - $630 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$235 - $287 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$295 - $361 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$741 - $905 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$627 - $767 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$401 - $491 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $720 - $880.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$720 - $880 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$138 - $168 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$383 - $468 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$200 - $244 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $748 - $914. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$748 - $914 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$186 - $228 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $761 - $931, which is about 2.1% 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 $462 - $564, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,531 - $5,537 |
12.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,308 - $4,043 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$761 - $931 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$462 - $564 |
1.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Milwaukee WI area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $932 - $1,139.
| Other Events Cost |
$932 - $1,139 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$932 - $1,139 |
2.6% |
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI spend between $6,563 - $8,021 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI with 125 guests spend between $3,543 - $4,331 on wedding photography, which is about 9.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Milwaukee WI is $2,692 - $3,290. This makes up a portion of your (7.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,563 - $8,021 |
18.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$328 - $400 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,543 - $4,331 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,692 - $3,290 |
7.4% |