For a wedding with 250 guests in the Eau Claire WI, the estimated total cost is around $50,632 - $61,884. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Eau Claire WI is approximately $225. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,632 - $61,884.
The average wedding cost in Eau Claire WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,632 - $61,884 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $273 - $333.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$390 - $476 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$273 - $333 |
0.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Eau Claire WI is $995 - $1,217. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Eau Claire WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$995 - $1,217 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$995 - $1,217 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Eau Claire WI is $149 - $182. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,586 - $1,938, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Eau Claire WI area is $1,098 - $1,342.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,586 - $1,938 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,098 - $1,342 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$488 - $596 |
1.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Eau Claire WI, you should budget approximately $29,082 - $35,544, which is about 57.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,082 - $35,544 |
57.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,542 - $6,774 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,682 - $13,056 |
21.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,913 - $10,893 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,945 - $4,821 |
7.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,017 - $4,909. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,017 - $4,909 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$455 - $557 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$206 - $252 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$672 - $822 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$635 - $776 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,249 - $1,527 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$799 - $977 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,040 - $1,272.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,040 - $1,272 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$899 - $1,099 |
1.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,420 - $1,736. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,420 - $1,736 |
2.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$425 - $519 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$216 - $264 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$254 - $310 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$192 - $234 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$201 - $245 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $859 - $1,049, which is about 1.7% 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 $521 - $637, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,108 - $6,243 |
10.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,728 - $4,556 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$859 - $1,049 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$521 - $637 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Eau Claire WI area is $237 - $289. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$237 - $289 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$237 - $289 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $808 - $988.
| Other Events Cost |
$808 - $988 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$808 - $988 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$378 - $462 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$378 - $462 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Eau Claire WI spend between $5,423 - $6,629 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Eau Claire WI with 250 guests spend between $2,891 - $3,533 on wedding photography, which is about 5.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Eau Claire WI is $2,198 - $2,686. This makes up a portion of your (4.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,423 - $6,629 |
10.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$335 - $409 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,891 - $3,533 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,198 - $2,686 |
4.3% |