For a wedding with 250 guests in the Madison, Wisconsin , the estimated total cost is around $47,258 - $57,760. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Madison, Wisconsin is approximately $210. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,258 - $57,760.
The average wedding cost in Madison, Wisconsin is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,258 - $57,760 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Madison WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $143 - $175. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $126 - $154.
In Madison WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $726 - $888. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,063 - $1,299 |
2.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$726 - $888 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Madison WI is $158 - $193. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$65 - $79 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$40 - $48 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $979 - $1,197, which is 2.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Madison, Wisconsin area is $979 - $1,197.
| Entertainment Cost |
$979 - $1,197 |
2.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$979 - $1,197 |
2.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,794 - $3,414. This accounts for roughly 5.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,794 - $3,414 |
5.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$331 - $405 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$506 - $618 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,169 - $1,429 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$638 - $780 |
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 $1,512 - $1,848.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,512 - $1,848 |
3.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$780 - $954 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$732 - $894 |
1.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,966 - $3,625. This is approximately 6.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,966 - $3,625 |
6.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$408 - $498 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$698 - $854 |
1.5% |
|
Postage
|
$369 - $451 |
0.8% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$396 - $484 |
0.8% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$351 - $429 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$268 - $328 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$283 - $345 |
0.6% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $541 - $661, which is about 1.1% 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 HIM) is estimated at $320 - $391, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$860 - $1,052 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$541 - $661 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$320 - $391 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Madison WI spend between $2,406 - $2,940 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Madison, Wisconsin with 250 guests spend between $1,788 - $2,186 on wedding photography, which is about 3.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,406 - $2,940 |
5.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$266 - $325 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$352 - $430 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,788 - $2,186 |
3.8% |
The cost for a Full Service in Madison, Wisconsin is estimated to be $3,170 - $3,874. This service accounts for 6.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$3,170 - $3,874 |
6.7% |
|
Full Service
|
$3,170 - $3,874 |
6.7% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$31,352 - $38,319 |
66.3% |