For a wedding with 250 guests in the Saint Louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $48,441 - $59,205. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Saint Louis MO is approximately $215. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $48,441 - $59,205.
The average wedding cost in Saint Louis MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $48,441 - $59,205 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 $234 - $286. 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 $252 - $308.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,381 - $1,687. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,975 - $2,413 |
4.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$252 - $308 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,381 - $1,687 |
2.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Saint Louis MO is $886 - $1,082. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Saint Louis MO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$886 - $1,082 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$886 - $1,082 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Louis MO is $228 - $278. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$228 - $278 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,419 - $1,735, which is 2.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Saint Louis MO area is $983 - $1,201.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,419 - $1,735 |
2.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$983 - $1,201 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$437 - $534 |
0.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Saint Louis MO, you should budget approximately $25,274 - $30,890, which is about 52.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,274 - $30,890 |
52.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,815 - $5,885 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,281 - $11,343 |
19.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,752 - $9,474 |
16.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,426 - $4,188 |
7.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,718 - $4,544. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,718 - $4,544 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$467 - $571 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $259 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$619 - $757 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$596 - $728 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,112 - $1,360 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$712 - $870 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,442 - $1,762.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,442 - $1,762 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$780 - $954 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$419 - $512 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,577 - $1,927. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,577 - $1,927 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$262 - $320 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$390 - $476 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$211 - $257 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$176 - $216 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$185 - $226 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $778 - $950, which is about 1.6% 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 $473 - $578, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,628 - $5,656 |
9.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,378 - $4,128 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$778 - $950 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$473 - $578 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $725 - $886.
| Other Events Cost |
$725 - $886 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$725 - $886 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO spend between $4,662 - $5,698 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO with 250 guests spend between $2,237 - $2,734 on wedding photography, which is about 4.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Saint Louis MO is $1,699 - $2,077. This makes up a portion of your (3.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,662 - $5,698 |
9.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$330 - $404 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$396 - $484 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,237 - $2,734 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,699 - $2,077 |
3.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Saint Louis MO is estimated to be $1,526 - $1,865. This service accounts for 3.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,526 - $1,865 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,526 - $1,865 |
3.1% |