For a wedding with 250 guests in the Saint Louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $50,903 - $62,215. 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 $226. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,903 - $62,215.
The average wedding cost in Saint Louis MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,903 - $62,215 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 $269 - $329. 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 $290 - $354.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,587 - $1,939. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,270 - $2,774 |
4.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$269 - $329 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$290 - $354 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,587 - $1,939 |
3.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Saint Louis MO is $929 - $1,135. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$929 - $1,135 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$929 - $1,135 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Louis MO is $246 - $300. 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 |
$246 - $300 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,510 - $1,846, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Saint Louis MO area is $1,046 - $1,278.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,510 - $1,846 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,046 - $1,278 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$464 - $568 |
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 $25,848 - $31,592, which is about 50.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,848 - $31,592 |
50.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,024 - $6,140 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,682 - $11,834 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,568 - $9,250 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,574 - $4,368 |
7.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,913 - $4,783. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,913 - $4,783 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$512 - $626 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$621 - $759 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$635 - $777 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,166 - $1,426 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$746 - $912 |
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 $1,486 - $1,816.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,486 - $1,816 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$815 - $996 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$419 - $513 |
0.8% |
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 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,577 - $1,927 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$264 - $322 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$392 - $480 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$233 - $285 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$185 - $227 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $868 - $1,060, 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 $527 - $644, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,162 - $6,310 |
10.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,768 - $4,606 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$868 - $1,060 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$527 - $644 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Saint Louis MO area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $770 - $942.
| Other Events Cost |
$770 - $942 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$770 - $942 |
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 $2,722 - $3,326 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO with 250 guests spend between $2,378 - $2,906 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,722 - $3,326 |
5.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,378 - $2,906 |
4.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Saint Louis MO is estimated to be $3,358 - $4,104. This service accounts for 6.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,358 - $4,104 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,358 - $4,104 |
6.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $489 - $597.
| Transportation Cost |
$489 - $597 |
1.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$489 - $597 |
1.0% |