For a wedding with 250 guests in the Saint Louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $57,792 - $70,634. 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 $257. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $57,792 - $70,634.
The average wedding cost in Saint Louis MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $57,792 - $70,634 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 $256 - $312. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $275 - $336.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,506 - $1,840. This represents about 2.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,154 - $2,632 |
3.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$256 - $312 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$275 - $336 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,506 - $1,840 |
2.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Saint Louis MO is $986 - $1,206. 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 |
$986 - $1,206 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$986 - $1,206 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Louis MO is $238 - $290. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$238 - $290 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,704 - $2,082, 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 $1,180 - $1,442.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,704 - $2,082 |
2.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,180 - $1,442 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$524 - $640 |
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 $29,407 - $35,941, which is about 50.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,407 - $35,941 |
50.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,470 - $6,686 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,544 - $12,887 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,501 - $11,613 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,892 - $4,756 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,086 - $4,994. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,086 - $4,994 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$484 - $592 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$220 - $268 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$662 - $810 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$689 - $842 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,238 - $1,514 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$793 - $969 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,576 - $1,926.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,576 - $1,926 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $171 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$887 - $1,084 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$446 - $546 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,670 - $2,042. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,670 - $2,042 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$280 - $342 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$130 - $158 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$417 - $509 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$211 - $257 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$248 - $303 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$189 - $231 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $866 - $1,058, which is about 1.5% 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 $526 - $642, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,150 - $6,294 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,758 - $4,594 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$866 - $1,058 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$526 - $642 |
0.9% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $869 - $1,063.
| Other Events Cost |
$869 - $1,063 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$869 - $1,063 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO spend between $5,923 - $7,239 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO with 250 guests spend between $3,178 - $3,884 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Saint Louis MO is $2,415 - $2,951. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,923 - $7,239 |
10.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$330 - $404 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,178 - $3,884 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,415 - $2,951 |
4.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Saint Louis MO is estimated to be $1,831 - $2,237. This service accounts for 3.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,831 - $2,237 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,831 - $2,237 |
3.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,575 - $1,925.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,575 - $1,925 |
2.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,575 - $1,925 |
2.7% |