For a wedding with 250 guests in the Lincoln, ne, the estimated total cost is around $46,440 - $56,760. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lincoln, ne is approximately $206. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,440 - $56,760.
The average wedding cost in Lincoln, ne is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,440 - $56,760 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lincoln NE, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $210 - $256. 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 $234 - $286.
In Lincoln NE, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,286 - $1,572. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,730 - $2,114 |
3.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$210 - $256 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,286 - $1,572 |
2.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Lincoln, ne is $829 - $1,013. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lincoln, ne area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$829 - $1,013 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$829 - $1,013 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lincoln, ne is $208 - $254. 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 |
$208 - $254 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,676 - $5,715, which is 10.1% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Lincoln, ne typically budget around $3,347 - $4,091 which is 7.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,676 - $5,715 |
10.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$392 - $479 |
0.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,347 - $4,091 |
7.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$937 - $1,145 |
2.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Lincoln, ne, you should budget approximately $23,026 - $28,142, which is about 49.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$23,026 - $28,142 |
49.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,361 - $5,331 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,469 - $10,351 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,371 - $9,009 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,824 - $3,452 |
6.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,360 - $4,106. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,360 - $4,106 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$414 - $506 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$180 - $220 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$669 - $817 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$515 - $629 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$925 - $1,131 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$657 - $803 |
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 $1,241 - $1,517.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,241 - $1,517 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$154 - $188 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$678 - $828 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$410 - $501 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,237 - $2,735. This is approximately 4.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,237 - $2,735 |
4.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$293 - $358 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$279 - $341 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$390 - $476 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$185 - $226 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$299 - $365 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$275 - $336 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$198 - $242 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$200 - $244 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $660 - $806, which is about 1.4% 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 $397 - $485, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,057 - $1,291 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$660 - $806 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$397 - $485 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lincoln, ne area is $235 - $287. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $646 - $790.
| Other Events Cost |
$646 - $790 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$646 - $790 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$413 - $505 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$413 - $505 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Lincoln, ne spend between $5,013 - $6,127 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lincoln, ne with 250 guests spend between $2,347 - $2,869 on wedding photography, which is about 5.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Lincoln, ne is $2,007 - $2,453. This makes up a portion of your (4.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,013 - $6,127 |
10.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$277 - $339 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$382 - $466 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,347 - $2,869 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,007 - $2,453 |
4.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,770 - $2,164.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,770 - $2,164 |
3.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,770 - $2,164 |
3.8% |