For a wedding with 250 guests in the Mount Vernon IL, the estimated total cost is around $51,623 - $63,095. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Mount Vernon IL is approximately $229. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,623 - $63,095.
The average wedding cost in Mount Vernon IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,623 - $63,095 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Wayne City IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $187 - $229. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $202 - $246.
In Wayne City IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,117 - $1,365. This represents about 2.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,590 - $1,944 |
3.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$187 - $229 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,117 - $1,365 |
2.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Mount Vernon IL is $1,130 - $1,381. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Mount Vernon IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,130 - $1,381 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,130 - $1,381 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Mount Vernon IL is $153 - $187. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$69 - $85 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,452 - $1,774, which is 2.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Mount Vernon IL area is $1,006 - $1,230.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,452 - $1,774 |
2.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,006 - $1,230 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$446 - $545 |
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 Mount Vernon IL, you should budget approximately $32,033 - $39,151, which is about 62.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$32,033 - $39,151 |
62.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,401 - $7,823 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,427 - $15,189 |
24.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,692 - $10,624 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,513 - $5,515 |
8.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,202 - $2,692. This accounts for roughly 4.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,202 - $2,692 |
4.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$403 - $493 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$886 - $1,082 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$914 - $1,117 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,032 - $1,262.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,032 - $1,262 |
2.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,032 - $1,262 |
2.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,698 - $2,076. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,698 - $2,076 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$360 - $440 |
0.7% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$546 - $668 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$298 - $364 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$243 - $297 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $665 - $813, which is about 1.3% 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 $401 - $490, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,970 - $4,852 |
7.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,904 - $3,550 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$665 - $813 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$401 - $490 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Mount Vernon IL area is $226 - $276. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$226 - $276 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$226 - $276 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $730 - $892.
| Other Events Cost |
$730 - $892 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$730 - $892 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Mount Vernon IL spend between $5,407 - $6,609 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Mount Vernon IL with 250 guests spend between $2,324 - $2,840 on wedding photography, which is about 4.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Mount Vernon IL is $1,994 - $2,438. This makes up a portion of your (3.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,407 - $6,609 |
10.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$306 - $374 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$284 - $347 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$500 - $611 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,324 - $2,840 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,994 - $2,438 |
3.9% |