For a wedding with 250 guests in the Columbus OH, the estimated total cost is around $50,638 - $61,890. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Columbus OH is approximately $225. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,638 - $61,890.
The average wedding cost in Columbus OH is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,638 - $61,890 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Galloway OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $222 - $272. 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 $278 - $340.
In Galloway OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,524 - $1,862. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,115 - $2,585 |
4.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$222 - $272 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$278 - $340 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,524 - $1,862 |
3.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Columbus OH is $813 - $993. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Columbus OH area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$813 - $993 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$813 - $993 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Columbus OH is $224 - $274. 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 |
$224 - $274 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,892 - $3,534, which is 5.7% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Columbus OH typically budget around $2,892 - $3,534 which is 5.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,892 - $3,534 |
5.7% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,892 - $3,534 |
5.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Columbus OH, you should budget approximately $24,152 - $29,519, which is about 47.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,152 - $29,519 |
47.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,907 - $4,775 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,585 - $9,271 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,718 - $11,878 |
19.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,941 - $3,595 |
5.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,253 - $3,975. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,253 - $3,975 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$406 - $496 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$177 - $217 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$506 - $618 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$907 - $1,109 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$644 - $787 |
1.3% |
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 $1,078 - $1,318.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,078 - $1,318 |
2.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$705 - $861 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$374 - $457 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,790 - $2,188. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,790 - $2,188 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$268 - $328 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$356 - $435 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$169 - $207 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$272 - $332 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$183 - $223 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $745 - $911, which is about 1.5% 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 HIM) is estimated at $447 - $547, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,893 - $5,981 |
9.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$188 - $230 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,281 - $4,011 |
6.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$231 - $283 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$745 - $911 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$447 - $547 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $691 - $845.
| Other Events Cost |
$691 - $845 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$691 - $845 |
1.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Columbus OH spend between $6,575 - $8,037 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Columbus OH with 250 guests spend between $2,487 - $3,039 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Columbus OH is $2,126 - $2,598. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,575 - $8,037 |
13.0% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$243 - $297 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$287 - $351 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$379 - $463 |
0.7% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$381 - $465 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$673 - $823 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,487 - $3,039 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,126 - $2,598 |
4.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,751 - $2,141.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,751 - $2,141 |
3.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,751 - $2,141 |
3.5% |