For a wedding with 250 guests in the Minot ND, the estimated total cost is around $46,956 - $57,390. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Minot ND is approximately $209. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,956 - $57,390.
The average wedding cost in Minot ND is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,956 - $57,390 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Minot ND is $1,131 - $1,383. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Minot ND area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,131 - $1,383 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,131 - $1,383 |
2.4% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,733 - $2,118, which is 3.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Minot ND area is $1,200 - $1,466.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,733 - $2,118 |
3.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,200 - $1,466 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$533 - $651 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Minot ND, you should budget approximately $31,746 - $38,800, which is about 67.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,746 - $38,800 |
67.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,183 - $7,557 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,920 - $14,568 |
25.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,242 - $11,296 |
19.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,401 - $5,379 |
9.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,751 - $5,807. This accounts for roughly 10.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,751 - $5,807 |
10.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$526 - $642 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$239 - $293 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$668 - $816 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$716 - $875 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,589 - $1,942 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,014 - $1,240 |
2.2% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,456 - $1,780.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,456 - $1,780 |
3.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,004 - $1,227 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$453 - $553 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,939 - $2,369. This is approximately 4.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,939 - $2,369 |
4.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$283 - $345 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$421 - $515 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$209 - $255 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$192 - $234 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$200 - $244 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Minot ND area is $245 - $299. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$245 - $299 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$245 - $299 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $884 - $1,080.
| Other Events Cost |
$884 - $1,080 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$884 - $1,080 |
1.9% |
On average, couples in Minot ND spend between $3,072 - $3,754 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Minot ND with 250 guests spend between $2,728 - $3,334 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,072 - $3,754 |
6.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,728 - $3,334 |
5.8% |