For a wedding with 175 guests in the St. Charles, the estimated total cost is around $44,198 - $54,020. 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. Charles is approximately $281. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,198 - $54,020.
The average wedding cost in St. Charles is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,198 - $54,020 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Saint Charles MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $265 - $323. 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 $285 - $349.
In Saint Charles MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,560 - $1,906. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,233 - $2,729 |
5.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$265 - $323 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$285 - $349 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,560 - $1,906 |
3.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in St. Charles is $651 - $795. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the St. Charles area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$651 - $795 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$651 - $795 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St. Charles is $223 - $273. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$223 - $273 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,702 - $2,080, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St. Charles area is $1,179 - $1,441.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,702 - $2,080 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,179 - $1,441 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$523 - $639 |
1.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in St. Charles, you should budget approximately $22,941 - $28,039, which is about 51.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,941 - $28,039 |
51.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,075 - $4,981 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,854 - $9,600 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,473 - $10,355 |
19.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,539 - $3,103 |
5.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,126 - $3,820. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,126 - $3,820 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$457 - $559 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$207 - $253 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$688 - $840 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$816 - $998 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$523 - $639 |
1.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $579 - $707.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$579 - $707 |
1.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$579 - $707 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,090 - $1,332. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,090 - $1,332 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$185 - $226 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$274 - $334 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$164 - $200 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $894 - $1,092, which is about 2.0% 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 $543 - $663, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,316 - $6,498 |
12.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,880 - $4,742 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$894 - $1,092 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$543 - $663 |
1.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St. Charles area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $869 - $1,062.
| Other Events Cost |
$869 - $1,062 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$869 - $1,062 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in St. Charles spend between $3,016 - $3,686 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St. Charles with 175 guests spend between $2,681 - $3,277 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,016 - $3,686 |
6.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$335 - $409 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,681 - $3,277 |
6.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in St. Charles is estimated to be $1,830 - $2,236. This service accounts for 4.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,830 - $2,236 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,830 - $2,236 |
4.1% |