For a wedding with 175 guests in the Grand Rapids MI, the estimated total cost is around $32,880 - $40,186. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Grand Rapids MI is approximately $209. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,880 - $40,186.
The average wedding cost in Grand Rapids MI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,880 - $40,186 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Grand Rapids MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $220 - $268. 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 $237 - $289.
In Grand Rapids MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,293 - $1,581. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,851 - $2,263 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$220 - $268 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$237 - $289 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,293 - $1,581 |
3.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Grand Rapids MI is $211 - $257. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$211 - $257 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,469 - $1,795, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Grand Rapids MI area is $1,017 - $1,243.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,469 - $1,795 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$452 - $552 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Grand Rapids MI, you should budget approximately $19,494 - $23,826, which is about 59.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,494 - $23,826 |
59.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,321 - $4,059 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,402 - $7,824 |
19.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,407 - $9,053 |
22.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,364 - $2,890 |
7.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,715 - $2,096. This accounts for roughly 5.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,715 - $2,096 |
5.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$427 - $521 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$194 - $237 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$603 - $737 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$491 - $601 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,060 - $1,296.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,060 - $1,296 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$138 - $168 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$538 - $658 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$283 - $345 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,063 - $1,299. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,063 - $1,299 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$176 - $216 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$264 - $322 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$138 - $168 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$158 - $193 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $737 - $901, which is about 2.2% 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 $447 - $547, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,184 - $1,448 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$737 - $901 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$447 - $547 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Grand Rapids MI area is $238 - $290. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$238 - $290 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$238 - $290 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $749 - $915.
| Other Events Cost |
$749 - $915 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$749 - $915 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$380 - $464 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$380 - $464 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Grand Rapids MI spend between $3,467 - $4,237 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Grand Rapids MI with 175 guests spend between $2,748 - $3,358 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,467 - $4,237 |
10.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$327 - $399 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$392 - $480 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,748 - $3,358 |
8.4% |