For a wedding with 75 guests in the Milwaukee, the estimated total cost is around $30,577 - $37,371. 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 is approximately $453. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,577 - $37,371.
The average wedding cost in Milwaukee is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,577 - $37,371 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Milwaukee WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $192 - $234. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$281 - $343 |
0.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$192 - $234 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Milwaukee is $268 - $328. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Milwaukee area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$268 - $328 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$268 - $328 |
0.9% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,075 - $2,537, which is 6.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Milwaukee area is $1,437 - $1,757.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,075 - $2,537 |
6.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,437 - $1,757 |
4.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$638 - $780 |
2.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Milwaukee, you should budget approximately $10,525 - $12,863, which is about 34.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,525 - $12,863 |
34.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,480 - $1,808 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,852 - $3,486 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,140 - $6,282 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,053 - $1,287 |
3.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $854 - $1,044. This accounts for roughly 2.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$854 - $1,044 |
2.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$587 - $717 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$267 - $327 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $130 - $158.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $95 - $116. This is approximately 0.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$38 - $46 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $689 - $842, which is about 2.3% 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 $418 - $510, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,095 - $5,005 |
13.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,989 - $3,653 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$689 - $842 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$418 - $510 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Milwaukee area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,058 - $1,293.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,058 - $1,293 |
3.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,058 - $1,293 |
3.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Milwaukee spend between $7,542 - $9,218 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 24.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Milwaukee with 75 guests spend between $3,933 - $4,807 on wedding photography, which is about 12.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Milwaukee is $2,988 - $3,652. This makes up a portion of your (9.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,542 - $9,218 |
24.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$308 - $376 |
1.0% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$313 - $383 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,933 - $4,807 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,988 - $3,652 |
9.8% |
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,479 - $3,029 |
8.1% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$2,479 - $3,029 |
8.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $518 - $633.
| Transportation Cost |
$518 - $633 |
1.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$518 - $633 |
1.7% |