For a wedding with 250 guests in the St. Louis, the estimated total cost is around $46,249 - $56,527. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in St. Louis is approximately $206. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,249 - $56,527.
The average wedding cost in St. Louis is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,249 - $56,527 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Ballwin MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $330 - $404. 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 $356 - $436.
In Ballwin MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,945 - $2,377. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,785 - $3,403 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$330 - $404 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$356 - $436 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,945 - $2,377 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in St. Louis is $916 - $1,120. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the St. Louis area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$916 - $1,120 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$916 - $1,120 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St. Louis is $236 - $288. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$236 - $288 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,514 - $1,850, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St. Louis area is $1,049 - $1,282.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,514 - $1,850 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,049 - $1,282 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$465 - $569 |
1.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in St. Louis, you should budget approximately $26,418 - $32,288, which is about 57.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,418 - $32,288 |
57.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,034 - $6,152 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,702 - $11,858 |
21.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,101 - $9,901 |
17.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,581 - $4,377 |
7.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,163 - $5,089. This accounts for roughly 9.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,163 - $5,089 |
9.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$480 - $586 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$218 - $266 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$623 - $761 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$726 - $888 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,291 - $1,577 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$826 - $1,010 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,508 - $1,844.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,508 - $1,844 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$816 - $998 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$421 - $515 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,577 - $1,927. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,577 - $1,927 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$266 - $325 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$394 - $482 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$194 - $238 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$186 - $228 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,063 - $1,299, which is about 2.3% 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 $644 - $788, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,486 - $3,038 |
5.4% |
|
Bracelet
|
$239 - $292 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$237 - $289 |
0.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$303 - $371 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,063 - $1,299 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$644 - $788 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St. Louis area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $773 - $945.
| Other Events Cost |
$773 - $945 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$773 - $945 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in St. Louis spend between $3,250 - $3,972 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St. Louis with 250 guests spend between $2,880 - $3,520 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,250 - $3,972 |
7.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$370 - $452 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,880 - $3,520 |
6.2% |