For a wedding with 125 guests in the Madison WI, the estimated total cost is around $33,935 - $41,477. 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 $302. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,935 - $41,477.
The average wedding cost in Madison WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,935 - $41,477 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 $277 - $339. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $299 - $365.
In Madison WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,634 - $1,998. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,339 - $2,859 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$277 - $339 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$299 - $365 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,634 - $1,998 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Madison WI is $431 - $527. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Madison WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$431 - $527 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$431 - $527 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Madison WI is $239 - $292. 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 |
$239 - $292 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,553 - $1,898, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Madison WI area is $1,076 - $1,315.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,553 - $1,898 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,076 - $1,315 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$477 - $583 |
1.4% |
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 $13,641 - $16,673, which is about 40.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,641 - $16,673 |
40.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,192 - $2,680 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,226 - $5,166 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,662 - $6,920 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,561 - $1,907 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,630 - $3,214. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,630 - $3,214 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$528 - $646 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$289 - $353 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$685 - $837 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$541 - $661 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$347 - $424 |
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 $809 - $989.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$809 - $989 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$356 - $435 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$196 - $240 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $724 - $884. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$724 - $884 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$122 - $150 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$183 - $223 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $860 - $1,051, which is about 2.5% 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 $522 - $638, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,115 - $6,251 |
15.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,733 - $4,563 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$860 - $1,051 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$522 - $638 |
1.5% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $303 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $791 - $967.
| Other Events Cost |
$791 - $967 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$791 - $967 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$395 - $483 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$395 - $483 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Madison WI spend between $3,354 - $4,100 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Madison WI with 125 guests spend between $3,003 - $3,671 on wedding photography, which is about 8.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,354 - $4,100 |
9.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$351 - $429 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,003 - $3,671 |
8.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Madison WI is estimated to be $1,668 - $2,038. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,668 - $2,038 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,668 - $2,038 |
4.9% |