For a wedding with 175 guests in the Benton Harbor MI, the estimated total cost is around $33,330 - $40,736. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Benton Harbor MI is approximately $212. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,330 - $40,736.
The average wedding cost in Benton Harbor MI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,330 - $40,736 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Ann Arbor MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $293 - $359. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $315 - $385.
In Ann Arbor MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,725 - $2,109. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,470 - $3,018 |
7.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$293 - $359 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$315 - $385 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,725 - $2,109 |
5.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Benton Harbor MI is $644 - $788. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Benton Harbor MI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$644 - $788 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$644 - $788 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Benton Harbor MI is $204 - $250. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$204 - $250 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,255 - $1,533, which is 3.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Benton Harbor MI area is $869 - $1,063.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,255 - $1,533 |
3.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$869 - $1,063 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$385 - $471 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Benton Harbor MI, you should budget approximately $18,794 - $22,970, which is about 56.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,794 - $22,970 |
56.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,516 - $4,298 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,778 - $8,284 |
20.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,997 - $7,329 |
18.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,503 - $3,059 |
7.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,777 - $3,394. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,777 - $3,394 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$397 - $485 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$363 - $443 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$510 - $624 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$809 - $989 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$517 - $631 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,095 - $1,339.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,095 - $1,339 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$119 - $145 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$160 - $196 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$571 - $697 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$246 - $300 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $923 - $1,129. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$923 - $1,129 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$154 - $188 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$229 - $279 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $984 - $1,202, which is about 3.0% 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 $597 - $729, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,580 - $1,932 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$984 - $1,202 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$597 - $729 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Benton Harbor MI area is $228 - $278. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$228 - $278 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$228 - $278 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $640 - $782.
| Other Events Cost |
$640 - $782 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$640 - $782 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$364 - $444 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$364 - $444 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Benton Harbor MI spend between $2,356 - $2,880 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Benton Harbor MI with 175 guests spend between $1,976 - $2,415 on wedding photography, which is about 5.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,356 - $2,880 |
7.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$381 - $465 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,976 - $2,415 |
5.9% |