For a wedding with 125 guests in the St Joseph , the estimated total cost is around $31,134 - $38,052. 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 Joseph is approximately $277. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,134 - $38,052.
The average wedding cost in St Joseph is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,134 - $38,052 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Saint Joseph MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $257 - $315. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $272 - $332.
In Saint Joseph MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,539 - $1,881. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,183 - $2,668 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$257 - $315 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$114 - $140 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$272 - $332 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,539 - $1,881 |
4.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in St Joseph is $420 - $514. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the St Joseph area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$420 - $514 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$420 - $514 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St Joseph is $200 - $244. 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 |
$200 - $244 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$49 - $59 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,146 - $1,400, which is 3.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St Joseph area is $800 - $978.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,146 - $1,400 |
3.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$800 - $978 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$346 - $422 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in St Joseph , you should budget approximately $12,101 - $14,790, which is about 38.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,101 - $14,790 |
38.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,148 - $2,626 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,180 - $5,108 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,250 - $5,194 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,523 - $1,861 |
4.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,749 - $2,137. This accounts for roughly 5.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,749 - $2,137 |
5.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$420 - $514 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$187 - $229 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$282 - $344 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$531 - $649 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$329 - $402 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $653 - $799.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$653 - $799 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$349 - $427 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$179 - $219 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $617 - $755. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$617 - $755 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$48 - $58 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$166 - $202 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $819 - $1,001, which is about 2.6% 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 $488 - $596, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,913 - $6,005 |
15.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,606 - $4,408 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$819 - $1,001 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$488 - $596 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St Joseph area is $224 - $274. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$224 - $274 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$224 - $274 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $613 - $749.
| Other Events Cost |
$613 - $749 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$613 - $749 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$361 - $441 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$361 - $441 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in St Joseph spend between $3,936 - $4,810 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St Joseph with 125 guests spend between $2,071 - $2,531 on wedding photography, which is about 6.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in St Joseph is $1,517 - $1,854. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,936 - $4,810 |
12.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$348 - $426 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,071 - $2,531 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,517 - $1,854 |
4.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in St Joseph is estimated to be $1,317 - $1,609. This service accounts for 4.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,317 - $1,609 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,317 - $1,609 |
4.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $702 - $858.
| Transportation Cost |
$702 - $858 |
2.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$702 - $858 |
2.3% |