For a wedding with 175 guests in the St Louis, the estimated total cost is around $33,414 - $40,840. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in St Louis is approximately $212. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,414 - $40,840.
The average wedding cost in St Louis is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,414 - $40,840 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 $342 - $418. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,017 - $2,465. This represents about 6.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,359 - $2,883 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$342 - $418 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,017 - $2,465 |
6.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in St Louis is $655 - $801. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the St Louis area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$655 - $801 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$655 - $801 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St Louis is $243 - $297. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$243 - $297 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,078 - $3,762, which is 9.2% of your total.
For a live band, couples in St Louis typically budget around $3,078 - $3,762 which is 9.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,078 - $3,762 |
9.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,078 - $3,762 |
9.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in St Louis, you should budget approximately $17,237 - $21,067, which is about 51.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,237 - $21,067 |
51.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,440 - $4,204 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,629 - $8,103 |
19.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,168 - $8,760 |
21.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,557 - $4,347. This accounts for roughly 10.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,557 - $4,347 |
10.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$625 - $763 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$284 - $347 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$445 - $543 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$694 - $848 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$921 - $1,125 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$590 - $721 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $671 - $820.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$671 - $820 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$558 - $682 |
1.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,103 - $1,348. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,103 - $1,348 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$188 - $230 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$280 - $342 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$121 - $147 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$132 - $162 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,068 - $1,306, which is about 3.2% 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 $648 - $792, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,716 - $2,098 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,068 - $1,306 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$648 - $792 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St Louis area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in St Louis spend between $2,556 - $3,124 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St Louis with 175 guests spend between $2,556 - $3,124 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,556 - $3,124 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,556 - $3,124 |
7.6% |