For a wedding with 400 guests in the La Crosse WI, the estimated total cost is around $70,713 - $86,427. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in La Crosse WI is approximately $196. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $70,713 - $86,427.
The average wedding cost in La Crosse WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $70,713 - $86,427 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In La Crosse WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $218 - $266. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $235 - $287.
In La Crosse WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,285 - $1,571. This represents about 1.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,738 - $2,124 |
2.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$218 - $266 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$235 - $287 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,285 - $1,571 |
1.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in La Crosse WI is $1,906 - $2,330. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the La Crosse WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,906 - $2,330 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,906 - $2,330 |
2.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in La Crosse WI is $218 - $266. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$218 - $266 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,013 - $1,238, which is 1.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the La Crosse WI area is $1,013 - $1,238.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,013 - $1,238 |
1.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,013 - $1,238 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in La Crosse WI, you should budget approximately $48,227 - $58,944, which is about 68.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$48,227 - $58,944 |
68.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,552 - $12,896 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,345 - $24,867 |
28.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,815 - $11,997 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,514 - $9,184 |
10.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,514 - $7,962. This accounts for roughly 9.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,514 - $7,962 |
9.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$463 - $565 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$210 - $256 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,298 - $1,586 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$624 - $762 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,392 - $2,924 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,528 - $1,868 |
2.2% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,588 - $3,164.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,588 - $3,164 |
3.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,712 - $2,092 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$877 - $1,071 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,370 - $4,118. This is approximately 4.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,370 - $4,118 |
4.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$549 - $671 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$258 - $316 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$819 - $1,001 |
1.2% |
|
Postage
|
$499 - $609 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$487 - $595 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$373 - $455 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$385 - $471 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $712 - $870, which is about 1.0% 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 $432 - $528, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,144 - $1,398 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$712 - $870 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$432 - $528 |
0.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the La Crosse WI area is $235 - $287. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $746 - $912.
| Other Events Cost |
$746 - $912 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$746 - $912 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in La Crosse WI spend between $3,015 - $3,685 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in La Crosse WI with 400 guests spend between $2,693 - $3,291 on wedding photography, which is about 3.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,015 - $3,685 |
4.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$322 - $394 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,693 - $3,291 |
3.8% |