For a wedding with 125 guests in the Portland ME, the estimated total cost is around $42,917 - $52,454. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Portland ME is approximately $381. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,917 - $52,454.
The average wedding cost in Portland ME is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,917 - $52,454 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Medford MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $430 - $526. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $464 - $567.
In Medford MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,537 - $3,101. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,630 - $4,436 |
8.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$430 - $526 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$199 - $243 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$464 - $567 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,537 - $3,101 |
5.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Portland ME is $577 - $705. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Portland ME area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$577 - $705 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$577 - $705 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Portland ME is $284 - $348. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$284 - $348 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,109 - $5,023, which is 9.6% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Portland ME typically budget around $3,537 - $4,323 which is 8.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,109 - $5,023 |
9.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$572 - $700 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,537 - $4,323 |
8.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Portland ME, you should budget approximately $17,912 - $21,892, which is about 41.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,912 - $21,892 |
41.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,112 - $3,804 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,999 - $7,333 |
14.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,584 - $8,048 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,216 - $2,708 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,145 - $3,843. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,145 - $3,843 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$583 - $713 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$266 - $325 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$343 - $419 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$765 - $935 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$725 - $886 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$464 - $567 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,081 - $1,321.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,081 - $1,321 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$505 - $617 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $852 - $1,042. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$852 - $1,042 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$217 - $265 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,391 - $1,701, which is about 3.2% 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 $844 - $1,032, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,236 - $2,732 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,391 - $1,701 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$844 - $1,032 |
2.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $950 - $1,162.
| Other Events Cost |
$950 - $1,162 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$950 - $1,162 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$457 - $559 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$457 - $559 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Portland ME spend between $4,220 - $5,158 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Portland ME with 125 guests spend between $3,601 - $4,401 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,220 - $5,158 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$619 - $757 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,601 - $4,401 |
8.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Portland ME is estimated to be $2,004 - $2,450. This service accounts for 4.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,004 - $2,450 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,004 - $2,450 |
4.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,459 - $1,783.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,459 - $1,783 |
3.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$583 - $713 |
1.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$876 - $1,070 |
2.0% |