For a wedding with 400 guests in the Waukesha WI, the estimated total cost is around $74,165 - $90,646. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Waukesha WI is approximately $206. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $74,165 - $90,646.
The average wedding cost in Waukesha WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $74,165 - $90,646 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Muskego WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $318 - $388. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $343 - $419.
In Muskego WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,877 - $2,294. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,685 - $3,281 |
3.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$318 - $388 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$148 - $180 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$343 - $419 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,877 - $2,294 |
2.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Waukesha WI is $1,780 - $2,176. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Waukesha WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,780 - $2,176 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,780 - $2,176 |
2.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Waukesha WI is $242 - $296. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$242 - $296 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,512 - $1,848, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Waukesha WI area is $1,048 - $1,280.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,512 - $1,848 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,048 - $1,280 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$464 - $568 |
0.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Waukesha WI, you should budget approximately $45,808 - $55,988, which is about 61.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$45,808 - $55,988 |
61.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$9,955 - $12,167 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$19,194 - $23,460 |
25.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,572 - $11,699 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,088 - $8,663 |
9.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,264 - $7,656. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,264 - $7,656 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$515 - $629 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$235 - $287 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,202 - $1,470 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$653 - $798 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,232 - $2,728 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,427 - $1,745 |
1.9% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,708 - $3,310.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,708 - $3,310 |
3.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$162 - $198 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,616 - $1,975 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$811 - $991 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,129 - $3,825. This is approximately 4.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,129 - $3,825 |
4.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$509 - $622 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$239 - $292 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$757 - $925 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$471 - $575 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$452 - $552 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$344 - $420 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$359 - $439 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $982 - $1,200, which is about 1.3% 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 $597 - $729, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,842 - $7,140 |
7.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,263 - $5,211 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$982 - $1,200 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$597 - $729 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Waukesha WI area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $771 - $943.
| Other Events Cost |
$771 - $943 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$771 - $943 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Waukesha WI spend between $2,764 - $3,378 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Waukesha WI with 400 guests spend between $2,381 - $2,910 on wedding photography, which is about 3.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,764 - $3,378 |
3.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$383 - $469 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,381 - $2,910 |
3.2% |