For a wedding with 250 guests in the St. Louis, MO, the estimated total cost is around $58,397 - $71,375. 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, MO is approximately $260. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $58,397 - $71,375.
The average wedding cost in St. Louis, MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $58,397 - $71,375 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $383 - $469. 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 $413 - $505.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,285 - $2,793. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,255 - $3,979 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$383 - $469 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$174 - $212 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$413 - $505 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,285 - $2,793 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in St. Louis, MO is $925 - $1,131. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the St. Louis, MO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$925 - $1,131 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$925 - $1,131 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St. Louis, MO is $235 - $287. 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 |
$235 - $287 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,705 - $2,083, which is 2.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St. Louis, MO area is $1,182 - $1,444.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,705 - $2,083 |
2.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,182 - $1,444 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$523 - $639 |
0.9% |
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, MO, you should budget approximately $28,613 - $34,971, which is about 49.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,613 - $34,971 |
49.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,214 - $6,372 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,123 - $12,373 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,599 - $11,733 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,677 - $4,494 |
6.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,932 - $4,806. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,932 - $4,806 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$483 - $591 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$216 - $264 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$628 - $768 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$688 - $840 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,169 - $1,429 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$748 - $914 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,526 - $1,865.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,526 - $1,865 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$841 - $1,027 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$415 - $507 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,507 - $1,841. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,507 - $1,841 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$253 - $309 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$387 - $473 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$175 - $213 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$227 - $277 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$170 - $208 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,280 - $1,564, 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 $968 - $1,184, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,842 - $9,584 |
13.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,594 - $6,837 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,280 - $1,564 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$968 - $1,184 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St. Louis, MO area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $858 - $1,048.
| Other Events Cost |
$858 - $1,048 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$858 - $1,048 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$384 - $470 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$384 - $470 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in St. Louis, MO spend between $3,110 - $3,802 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St. Louis, MO with 250 guests spend between $2,728 - $3,334 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,110 - $3,802 |
5.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$383 - $468 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,728 - $3,334 |
4.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in St. Louis, MO is estimated to be $3,776 - $4,616. This service accounts for 6.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,776 - $4,616 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,776 - $4,616 |
6.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $490 - $598.
| Transportation Cost |
$490 - $598 |
0.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$490 - $598 |
0.8% |