For a wedding with 250 guests in the Cincinnati OH, the estimated total cost is around $56,231 - $68,727. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cincinnati OH is approximately $250. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,231 - $68,727.
The average wedding cost in Cincinnati OH is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,231 - $68,727 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cincinnati OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $285 - $349. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $308 - $376.
In Cincinnati OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,679 - $2,052. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,403 - $2,937 |
4.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$285 - $349 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$308 - $376 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,679 - $2,052 |
3.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Cincinnati OH is $943 - $1,153. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cincinnati OH area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$943 - $1,153 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$943 - $1,153 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cincinnati OH is $236 - $288. 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 |
$236 - $288 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,521 - $5,525, which is 8.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cincinnati OH area is $1,081 - $1,321.
For a live band, couples in Cincinnati OH typically budget around $2,960 - $3,618 which is 5.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,521 - $5,525 |
8.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,081 - $1,321 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$480 - $586 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,960 - $3,618 |
5.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Cincinnati OH, you should budget approximately $27,611 - $33,747, which is about 49.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,611 - $33,747 |
49.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,252 - $6,420 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,123 - $12,373 |
18.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,498 - $10,386 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,738 - $4,568 |
6.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,016 - $4,908. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,016 - $4,908 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$469 - $573 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$254 - $310 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$635 - $777 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$629 - $769 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,184 - $1,448 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$844 - $1,032 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,540 - $1,882.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,540 - $1,882 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$851 - $1,041 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$430 - $526 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,870 - $2,286. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,870 - $2,286 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$269 - $329 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$126 - $154 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$401 - $490 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$262 - $320 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$238 - $290 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$183 - $223 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$191 - $233 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $951 - $1,163, which is about 1.7% 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 $577 - $705, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,528 - $1,868 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$951 - $1,163 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$577 - $705 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cincinnati OH area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $796 - $972.
| Other Events Cost |
$796 - $972 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$796 - $972 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Cincinnati OH spend between $5,073 - $6,201 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cincinnati OH with 250 guests spend between $2,457 - $3,003 on wedding photography, which is about 4.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Cincinnati OH is $1,868 - $2,283. This makes up a portion of your (3.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,073 - $6,201 |
9.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$353 - $431 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$396 - $484 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,457 - $3,003 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,868 - $2,283 |
3.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Cincinnati OH is estimated to be $3,470 - $4,241. This service accounts for 6.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,470 - $4,241 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,470 - $4,241 |
6.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,601 - $1,957.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,601 - $1,957 |
2.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,601 - $1,957 |
2.8% |