For a wedding with 125 guests in the Saint Louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $25,793 - $31,525. 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 $229. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,793 - $31,525.
The average wedding cost in Saint Louis MO is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,793 - $31,525 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Saint Louis MO is $452 - $552. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$452 - $552 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$452 - $552 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Louis MO is $54 - $66. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,706 - $2,086, which is 6.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Saint Louis MO area is $1,182 - $1,444.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,706 - $2,086 |
6.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,182 - $1,444 |
4.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$525 - $641 |
2.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Saint Louis MO, you should budget approximately $14,793 - $18,081, which is about 57.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,793 - $18,081 |
57.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,428 - $2,968 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,681 - $5,721 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,956 - $7,280 |
23.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,728 - $2,112 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,943 - $3,597. This accounts for roughly 11.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,943 - $3,597 |
11.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$518 - $633 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$235 - $287 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$345 - $421 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$801 - $979 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$637 - $779 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$408 - $498 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $626 - $766.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$626 - $766 |
2.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$393 - $481 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$233 - $285 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $899 - $1,099. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$899 - $1,099 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$147 - $179 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$68 - $84 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$217 - $265 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$124 - $152 |
0.5% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$141 - $173 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$99 - $121 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$103 - $125 |
0.4% |
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 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
1.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
1.5% |
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO spend between $3,207 - $3,919 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO with 125 guests spend between $2,687 - $3,285 on wedding photography, which is about 10.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,207 - $3,919 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$519 - $635 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,687 - $3,285 |
10.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $489 - $597.
| Transportation Cost |
$489 - $597 |
1.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$489 - $597 |
1.9% |