For a wedding with 175 guests in the St. Louis, MO, the estimated total cost is around $45,281 - $55,343. 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 $287. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,281 - $55,343.
The average wedding cost in St. Louis, MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,281 - $55,343 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 $398 - $486. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $428 - $524.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,372 - $2,899. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,378 - $4,128 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$398 - $486 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$180 - $220 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$428 - $524 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,372 - $2,899 |
5.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in St. Louis, MO is $626 - $766. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$626 - $766 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$626 - $766 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St. Louis, MO is $257 - $314. 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 |
$257 - $314 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,787 - $2,185, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St. Louis, MO area is $1,239 - $1,515.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,787 - $2,185 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,239 - $1,515 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$548 - $670 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in St. Louis, MO, you should budget approximately $20,523 - $25,083, which is about 45.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,523 - $25,083 |
45.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,524 - $4,307 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,841 - $8,361 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,674 - $9,380 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,484 - $3,036 |
5.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,191 - $3,901. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,191 - $3,901 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$523 - $639 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$233 - $285 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$425 - $519 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$712 - $870 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$792 - $968 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$507 - $619 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,119 - $1,367.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,119 - $1,367 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$568 - $694 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$281 - $343 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $757 - $925. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$757 - $925 |
1.7% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$262 - $320 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,347 - $1,647, which is about 3.0% 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 $813 - $993, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,345 - $10,199 |
18.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$294 - $360 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,891 - $7,200 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,347 - $1,647 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$813 - $993 |
1.8% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $899 - $1,099.
| Other Events Cost |
$899 - $1,099 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$899 - $1,099 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$384 - $470 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$384 - $470 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in St. Louis, MO spend between $3,775 - $4,613 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St. Louis, MO with 175 guests spend between $2,861 - $3,497 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,775 - $4,613 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$383 - $468 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$531 - $649 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,861 - $3,497 |
6.3% |