For a wedding with 250 guests in the Chelsea MI, the estimated total cost is around $39,517 - $48,299. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chelsea MI is approximately $176. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,517 - $48,299.
The average wedding cost in Chelsea MI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,517 - $48,299 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Ann Arbor MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $212 - $259. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $236 - $288.
In Ann Arbor MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,296 - $1,584. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,830 - $2,236 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$212 - $259 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$236 - $288 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,296 - $1,584 |
3.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Chelsea MI is $790 - $966. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chelsea MI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$790 - $966 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$790 - $966 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chelsea MI is $164 - $200. 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 |
$164 - $200 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $875 - $1,069, which is 2.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chelsea MI area is $875 - $1,069.
| Entertainment Cost |
$875 - $1,069 |
2.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$875 - $1,069 |
2.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Chelsea MI, you should budget approximately $26,368 - $32,228, which is about 66.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,368 - $32,228 |
66.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,436 - $5,422 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,615 - $10,529 |
21.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,462 - $12,786 |
26.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,856 - $3,490 |
7.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,655 - $4,467. This accounts for roughly 9.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,655 - $4,467 |
9.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$496 - $606 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$604 - $738 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$615 - $751 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,008 - $1,232 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$716 - $876 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,053 - $1,287.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,053 - $1,287 |
2.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$684 - $836 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$369 - $451 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,510 - $1,846. This is approximately 3.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,510 - $1,846 |
3.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$352 - $430 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$171 - $209 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$270 - $330 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$248 - $304 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chelsea MI area is $236 - $288. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$236 - $288 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$236 - $288 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $700 - $856.
| Other Events Cost |
$700 - $856 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$700 - $856 |
1.8% |
On average, couples in Chelsea MI spend between $2,336 - $2,856 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chelsea MI with 250 guests spend between $2,053 - $2,509 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,336 - $2,856 |
5.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$284 - $347 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,053 - $2,509 |
5.2% |