For a wedding with 250 guests in the Milwaukee WI, the estimated total cost is around $32,095 - $39,227. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Milwaukee WI is approximately $143. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,095 - $39,227.
The average wedding cost in Milwaukee WI is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,095 - $39,227 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Milwaukee WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $186 - $228. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $178 - $218.
In Milwaukee WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,024 - $1,252. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,476 - $1,804 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$186 - $228 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$178 - $218 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,024 - $1,252 |
3.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Milwaukee WI is $113 - $139. 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 |
$113 - $139 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$41 - $51 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,248 - $2,748, which is 7.0% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Milwaukee WI typically budget around $2,248 - $2,748 which is 7.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,248 - $2,748 |
7.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,248 - $2,748 |
7.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,220 - $2,714. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,220 - $2,714 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$376 - $460 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$169 - $207 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$496 - $606 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,179 - $1,441 |
3.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $758 - $926.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$758 - $926 |
2.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$758 - $926 |
2.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $709 - $867. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$709 - $867 |
2.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$323 - $395 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$166 - $202 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$131 - $161 |
0.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI spend between $2,066 - $2,526 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI with 250 guests spend between $2,066 - $2,526 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,066 - $2,526 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,066 - $2,526 |
6.4% |
Planner/Consultant
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$873 - $1,067 |
2.7% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$21,631 - $26,437 |
67.4% |