For a wedding with 250 guests in the St Louis Mo, the estimated total cost is around $51,057 - $62,403. 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 $227. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,057 - $62,403.
The average wedding cost in St Louis Mo is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,057 - $62,403 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 $353 - $431. 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 $392 - $480.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,159 - $2,639. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,048 - $3,726 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$353 - $431 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$392 - $480 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,159 - $2,639 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in St Louis Mo is $855 - $1,045. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$855 - $1,045 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$855 - $1,045 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St Louis Mo is $221 - $270. 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 |
$221 - $270 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,265 - $1,547, which is 2.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St Louis Mo area is $851 - $1,041.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,265 - $1,547 |
2.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$851 - $1,041 |
1.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$414 - $506 |
0.8% |
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 $22,160 - $27,084, which is about 43.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,160 - $27,084 |
43.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,042 - $4,940 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,849 - $9,593 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,227 - $8,833 |
14.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,042 - $3,718 |
6.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,407 - $4,164. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,407 - $4,164 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$410 - $502 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$178 - $218 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$680 - $832 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$509 - $622 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$952 - $1,164 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$677 - $827 |
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 $1,444 - $1,764.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,444 - $1,764 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$730 - $892 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$417 - $509 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,677 - $2,049. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,677 - $2,049 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$297 - $363 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$123 - $151 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$395 - $483 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$176 - $215 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$279 - $341 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$203 - $248 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$204 - $250 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,069 - $1,307, which is about 2.1% 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 $644 - $787, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,145 - $9,955 |
16.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,432 - $7,862 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,069 - $1,307 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$644 - $787 |
1.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St Louis Mo area is $230 - $282. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$230 - $282 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$230 - $282 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $682 - $834.
| Other Events Cost |
$682 - $834 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$682 - $834 |
1.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in St Louis Mo spend between $2,750 - $3,361 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St Louis Mo with 250 guests spend between $2,403 - $2,937 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,750 - $3,361 |
5.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$347 - $424 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,403 - $2,937 |
4.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in St Louis Mo is estimated to be $1,596 - $1,950. This service accounts for 3.1% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in St Louis Mo is estimated to be $2,755 - $3,367. This service accounts for 5.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,351 - $5,317 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,596 - $1,950 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,755 - $3,367 |
5.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $419 - $512.
| Transportation Cost |
$419 - $512 |
0.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$419 - $512 |
0.8% |