For a wedding with 250 guests in the Appleton WI, the estimated total cost is around $67,033 - $81,929. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Appleton WI is approximately $298. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $67,033 - $81,929.
The average wedding cost in Appleton WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $67,033 - $81,929 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Junction City WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $307 - $375. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $330 - $404.
In Junction City WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,830 - $2,236. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,606 - $3,185 |
3.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$307 - $375 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$139 - $169 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$330 - $404 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,830 - $2,236 |
2.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Appleton WI is $1,040 - $1,271. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Appleton WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,040 - $1,271 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,040 - $1,271 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Appleton WI is $274 - $334. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$274 - $334 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,914 - $7,228, which is 8.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Appleton WI area is $1,391 - $1,700.
For a live band, couples in Appleton WI typically budget around $3,909 - $4,777 which is 5.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,914 - $7,228 |
8.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,391 - $1,700 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$615 - $751 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,909 - $4,777 |
5.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Appleton WI, you should budget approximately $30,951 - $37,829, which is about 46.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,951 - $37,829 |
46.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,641 - $6,895 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,954 - $13,388 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,379 - $12,685 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,977 - $4,861 |
5.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,171 - $6,321. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,171 - $6,321 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$613 - $749 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$275 - $336 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$914 - $1,117 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$972 - $1,188 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,463 - $1,789 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$935 - $1,143 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,656 - $2,024.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,656 - $2,024 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$909 - $1,111 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$606 - $740 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,197 - $2,685. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,197 - $2,685 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$369 - $451 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$170 - $208 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$563 - $689 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$256 - $312 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$329 - $403 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$249 - $305 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$260 - $318 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,013 - $1,239, which is about 1.5% 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 $611 - $747, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,053 - $7,399 |
9.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,429 - $5,413 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,013 - $1,239 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$611 - $747 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Appleton WI area is $249 - $305. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$249 - $305 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$249 - $305 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,009 - $1,233.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,009 - $1,233 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,009 - $1,233 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$399 - $487 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$399 - $487 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Appleton WI spend between $3,558 - $4,348 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Appleton WI with 250 guests spend between $3,210 - $3,924 on wedding photography, which is about 4.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,558 - $4,348 |
5.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$347 - $425 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,210 - $3,924 |
4.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Appleton WI is estimated to be $4,442 - $5,430. This service accounts for 6.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,442 - $5,430 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,442 - $5,430 |
6.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,515 - $1,851.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,515 - $1,851 |
2.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,515 - $1,851 |
2.3% |