For a wedding with 250 guests in the Detroit MI, the estimated total cost is around $50,958 - $62,282. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Detroit MI is approximately $226. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,958 - $62,282.
The average wedding cost in Detroit MI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,958 - $62,282 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Royal Oak MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $358 - $438. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $386 - $472.
In Royal Oak MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,111 - $2,580. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,020 - $3,692 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$358 - $438 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$166 - $202 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$386 - $472 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,111 - $2,580 |
4.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Detroit MI is $994 - $1,214. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Detroit MI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$994 - $1,214 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$994 - $1,214 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Detroit MI is $103 - $125. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,745 - $2,133, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Detroit MI area is $1,209 - $1,477.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,745 - $2,133 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,209 - $1,477 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$536 - $656 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Detroit MI, you should budget approximately $29,881 - $36,521, which is about 58.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,881 - $36,521 |
58.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,561 - $6,797 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,721 - $13,103 |
21.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,641 - $11,783 |
18.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,958 - $4,838 |
7.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,128 - $5,046. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,128 - $5,046 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$489 - $597 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$222 - $272 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$679 - $829 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$696 - $850 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,247 - $1,524 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$797 - $974 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,633 - $1,995.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,633 - $1,995 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$902 - $1,102 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$458 - $560 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,615 - $1,973. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,615 - $1,973 |
3.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$150 - $184 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$481 - $587 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$250 - $306 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$286 - $350 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$228 - $278 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,198 - $1,464, which is about 2.4% 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 $727 - $889, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,925 - $2,353 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,198 - $1,464 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$727 - $889 |
1.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $890 - $1,088.
| Other Events Cost |
$890 - $1,088 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$890 - $1,088 |
1.7% |
On average, couples in Detroit MI spend between $3,149 - $3,849 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Detroit MI with 250 guests spend between $2,749 - $3,359 on wedding photography, which is about 5.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,149 - $3,849 |
6.2% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$401 - $490 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,749 - $3,359 |
5.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Detroit MI is estimated to be $1,876 - $2,292. This service accounts for 3.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,876 - $2,292 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,876 - $2,292 |
3.7% |