For a wedding with 175 guests in the Milwaukee WI, the estimated total cost is around $39,059 - $47,739. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Milwaukee WI is approximately $248. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,059 - $47,739.
The average wedding cost in Milwaukee WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,059 - $47,739 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Monroe WI, 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 $228 - $278.
In Monroe WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,249 - $1,527. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,787 - $2,184 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$212 - $259 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$228 - $278 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,249 - $1,527 |
3.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Milwaukee WI is $599 - $732. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Milwaukee WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$599 - $732 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$599 - $732 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Milwaukee WI is $257 - $315. 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 |
$257 - $315 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,648 - $2,014, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Milwaukee WI area is $1,141 - $1,395.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,648 - $2,014 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,141 - $1,395 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$507 - $619 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Milwaukee WI, you should budget approximately $18,801 - $22,979, which is about 48.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,801 - $22,979 |
48.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,227 - $3,945 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,223 - $7,605 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,053 - $8,621 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,298 - $2,808 |
5.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,297 - $4,029. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,297 - $4,029 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$537 - $657 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$245 - $299 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$407 - $497 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$686 - $838 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$868 - $1,060 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$554 - $678 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,040 - $1,271.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,040 - $1,271 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$524 - $640 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$275 - $336 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,054 - $1,288. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,054 - $1,288 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$172 - $210 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$257 - $314 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $715 - $873, which is about 1.8% 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 $434 - $530, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,613 - $5,638 |
11.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$159 - $195 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,101 - $3,791 |
7.9% |
|
Necklace
|
$203 - $249 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$715 - $873 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$434 - $530 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Milwaukee WI area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $841 - $1,027.
| Other Events Cost |
$841 - $1,027 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$841 - $1,027 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI spend between $4,466 - $5,458 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI with 175 guests spend between $3,261 - $3,985 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,466 - $5,458 |
11.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$329 - $403 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$876 - $1,070 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,261 - $3,985 |
8.3% |