For a wedding with 175 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $35,471 - $43,353. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $225. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,471 - $43,353.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,471 - $43,353 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Bay City MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $203 - $249. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $219 - $267.
In Bay City MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,196 - $1,462. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,712 - $2,092 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$203 - $249 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$219 - $267 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,196 - $1,462 |
3.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Bay City MI is $617 - $755. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bay City MI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$617 - $755 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$617 - $755 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bay City MI is $207 - $253. 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 |
$207 - $253 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $62 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,247 - $1,525, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bay City MI area is $864 - $1,056.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,247 - $1,525 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$864 - $1,056 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$383 - $469 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Bay City MI, you should budget approximately $18,223 - $22,273, which is about 51.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,223 - $22,273 |
51.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,430 - $4,192 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,611 - $8,080 |
18.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,742 - $7,018 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,441 - $2,983 |
6.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,754 - $3,366. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,754 - $3,366 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$390 - $476 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$177 - $217 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$424 - $518 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$494 - $604 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$774 - $946 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$495 - $605 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $977 - $1,194.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$977 - $1,194 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$134 - $164 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$556 - $680 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$286 - $350 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,257 - $1,537. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,257 - $1,537 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$267 - $327 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$176 - $215 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$159 - $195 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $697 - $851, which is about 2.0% 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 $423 - $517, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,148 - $5,070 |
11.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,029 - $3,702 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$697 - $851 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$423 - $517 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bay City MI area is $223 - $273. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$223 - $273 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$223 - $273 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $636 - $778.
| Other Events Cost |
$636 - $778 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$636 - $778 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$357 - $437 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$357 - $437 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Bay City MI spend between $3,111 - $3,803 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bay City MI with 175 guests spend between $2,195 - $2,683 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,111 - $3,803 |
8.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$320 - $391 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$597 - $729 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,195 - $2,683 |
6.2% |