For a wedding with 125 guests in the Rapid City SD, the estimated total cost is around $20,620 - $25,202. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Rapid City SD is approximately $183. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $20,620 - $25,202.
The average wedding cost in Rapid City SD is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $20,620 - $25,202 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Rapid City SD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $174 - $212. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $185 - $226.
In Rapid City SD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,042 - $1,274. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,400 - $1,712 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$174 - $212 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$185 - $226 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,042 - $1,274 |
5.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Rapid City SD is $469 - $573. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Rapid City SD area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$469 - $573 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$469 - $573 |
2.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Rapid City SD is $205 - $251. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$205 - $251 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$69 - $85 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $933 - $1,141, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Rapid City SD area is $933 - $1,141.
| Entertainment Cost |
$933 - $1,141 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$933 - $1,141 |
4.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Rapid City SD, you should budget approximately $7,789 - $9,519, which is about 37.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,789 - $9,519 |
37.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,361 - $2,885 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,428 - $6,634 |
26.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,023 - $1,251. This accounts for roughly 5.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,023 - $1,251 |
5.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$455 - $557 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $248 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$365 - $447 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $496 - $606.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$496 - $606 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$113 - $138 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$383 - $469 |
1.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $129 - $157. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$129 - $157 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$77 - $95 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $592 - $724, which is about 2.9% 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 $353 - $431, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,670 - $4,486 |
17.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$121 - $147 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,605 - $3,183 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$592 - $724 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$353 - $431 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Rapid City SD area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
1.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
1.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $715 - $873.
| Other Events Cost |
$715 - $873 |
3.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$715 - $873 |
3.5% |
On average, couples in Rapid City SD spend between $3,552 - $4,342 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Rapid City SD with 125 guests spend between $2,527 - $3,089 on wedding photography, which is about 12.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,552 - $4,342 |
17.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$312 - $382 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$713 - $871 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,527 - $3,089 |
12.3% |