For a wedding with 38 guests in the Saint Louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $29,861 - $36,497. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Saint Louis MO is approximately $873. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,861 - $36,497.
The average wedding cost in Saint Louis MO is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,861 - $36,497 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $300 - $366. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $322 - $394.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,762 - $2,154. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,523 - $3,083 |
8.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$300 - $366 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$139 - $169 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$322 - $394 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,762 - $2,154 |
5.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Saint Louis MO is $128 - $156. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Saint Louis MO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$128 - $156 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$128 - $156 |
0.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Louis MO is $238 - $290. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$238 - $290 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,774 - $2,168, which is 5.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Saint Louis MO area is $1,229 - $1,502.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,774 - $2,168 |
5.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,229 - $1,502 |
4.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$545 - $667 |
1.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Saint Louis MO, you should budget approximately $4,518 - $5,522, which is about 15.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,518 - $5,522 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$692 - $846 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,334 - $4,074 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$492 - $602 |
1.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,760 - $2,152. This accounts for roughly 5.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,760 - $2,152 |
5.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$483 - $591 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$220 - $268 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$708 - $866 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$161 - $197 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $316 - $386.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$316 - $386 |
1.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$145 - $177 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$113 - $138 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $211 - $257. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$211 - $257 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$37 - $45 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$21 - $25 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$32 - $40 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,013 - $1,238, which is about 3.4% 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 $615 - $751, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,025 - $7,363 |
20.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,397 - $5,375 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,013 - $1,238 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$615 - $751 |
2.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Saint Louis MO area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $905 - $1,107.
| Other Events Cost |
$905 - $1,107 |
3.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$905 - $1,107 |
3.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO spend between $6,895 - $8,427 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 23.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO with 38 guests spend between $3,290 - $4,021 on wedding photography, which is about 11.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Saint Louis MO is $2,499 - $3,055. This makes up a portion of your (8.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,895 - $8,427 |
23.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$762 - $932 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,290 - $4,021 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,499 - $3,055 |
8.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Saint Louis MO is estimated to be $3,946 - $4,822. This service accounts for 13.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,946 - $4,822 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,946 - $4,822 |
13.2% |