For a wedding with 250 guests in the Cincinnati OH, the estimated total cost is around $53,222 - $65,049. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cincinnati OH is approximately $237. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,222 - $65,049.
The average wedding cost in Cincinnati OH is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,222 - $65,049 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cincinnati OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $561 - $685. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $605 - $739.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,426 - $1,742 |
2.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$561 - $685 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$260 - $318 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$605 - $739 |
1.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Cincinnati OH is $1,005 - $1,229. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cincinnati OH area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,005 - $1,229 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,005 - $1,229 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cincinnati OH is $243 - $297. 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 |
$243 - $297 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,637 - $4,445, which is 6.8% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Cincinnati OH typically budget around $3,130 - $3,826 which is 5.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,637 - $4,445 |
6.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$507 - $619 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,130 - $3,826 |
5.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Cincinnati OH, you should budget approximately $28,710 - $35,090, which is about 53.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,710 - $35,090 |
53.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,466 - $6,680 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,535 - $12,876 |
19.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,821 - $10,781 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,889 - $4,753 |
7.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,234 - $5,174. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,234 - $5,174 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$509 - $622 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$230 - $282 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$741 - $905 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$684 - $836 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,262 - $1,542 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$808 - $988 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,386 - $1,694.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,386 - $1,694 |
2.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$886 - $1,082 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$500 - $612 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,833 - $2,241. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,833 - $2,241 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$315 - $385 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$467 - $571 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$194 - $238 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$278 - $340 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$212 - $259 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$221 - $270 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cincinnati OH area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $842 - $1,029.
| Other Events Cost |
$842 - $1,029 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$842 - $1,029 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Cincinnati OH spend between $5,908 - $7,220 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cincinnati OH with 250 guests spend between $3,062 - $3,742 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Cincinnati OH is $2,327 - $2,844. This makes up a portion of your (4.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,908 - $7,220 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$519 - $635 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,062 - $3,742 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,327 - $2,844 |
4.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Cincinnati OH is estimated to be $1,774 - $2,168. This service accounts for 3.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,774 - $2,168 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,774 - $2,168 |
3.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,601 - $1,957.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,601 - $1,957 |
3.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,601 - $1,957 |
3.0% |