For a wedding with 125 guests in the Meridian MS, the estimated total cost is around $23,512 - $28,736. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Meridian MS is approximately $209. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,512 - $28,736.
The average wedding cost in Meridian MS is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,512 - $28,736 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Meridian MS, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $195 - $239. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $218 - $266.
In Meridian MS, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,196 - $1,462. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,689 - $2,065 |
7.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$195 - $239 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$80 - $98 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$218 - $266 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,196 - $1,462 |
5.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Meridian MS is $473 - $578. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Meridian MS area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$473 - $578 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$473 - $578 |
2.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Meridian MS is $53 - $65. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $910 - $1,112, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Meridian MS area is $612 - $748.
| Entertainment Cost |
$910 - $1,112 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$612 - $748 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$298 - $364 |
1.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Meridian MS, you should budget approximately $12,622 - $15,426, which is about 53.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,622 - $15,426 |
53.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,297 - $2,807 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,458 - $5,448 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,138 - $5,058 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,729 - $2,113 |
7.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,874 - $2,290. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,874 - $2,290 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$258 - $316 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$113 - $138 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$342 - $418 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$527 - $644 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$374 - $458 |
1.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $568 - $694.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$568 - $694 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$153 - $187 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$415 - $507 |
1.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $711 - $869. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$711 - $869 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$113 - $139 |
0.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$151 - $185 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$68 - $84 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$116 - $142 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$77 - $95 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $652 - $796, which is about 2.8% 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 $392 - $480, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,044 - $1,276 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$652 - $796 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$392 - $480 |
1.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $491 - $600.
| Other Events Cost |
$491 - $600 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$491 - $600 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Meridian MS spend between $1,930 - $2,358 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Meridian MS with 125 guests spend between $1,438 - $1,758 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,930 - $2,358 |
8.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$275 - $337 |
1.2% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$216 - $264 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,438 - $1,758 |
6.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Meridian MS is estimated to be $1,148 - $1,404. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,148 - $1,404 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,148 - $1,404 |
4.9% |