For a wedding with 250 guests in the South Bend IN, the estimated total cost is around $47,639 - $58,225. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in South Bend IN is approximately $212. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,639 - $58,225.
The average wedding cost in South Bend IN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,639 - $58,225 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In South Bend IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $246 - $300. 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 $265 - $323.
In South Bend IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,467 - $1,793. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,089 - $2,553 |
4.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$246 - $300 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$265 - $323 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,467 - $1,793 |
3.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in South Bend IN is $168 - $206. 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 |
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,018 - $1,244, which is 2.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the South Bend IN area is $1,018 - $1,244.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,018 - $1,244 |
2.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,018 - $1,244 |
2.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in South Bend IN, you should budget approximately $27,247 - $33,301, which is about 57.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,247 - $33,301 |
57.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,236 - $6,400 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,166 - $12,426 |
21.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,152 - $9,964 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,692 - $4,512 |
7.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,670 - $3,264. This accounts for roughly 5.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,670 - $3,264 |
5.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$450 - $550 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,191 - $1,455 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$828 - $1,012 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,489 - $1,819.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,489 - $1,819 |
3.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$843 - $1,031 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$411 - $503 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,343 - $1,641. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,343 - $1,641 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$383 - $469 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$225 - $275 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$176 - $215 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $830 - $1,014, which is about 1.7% 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 $500 - $612, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,955 - $6,057 |
10.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,625 - $4,431 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$830 - $1,014 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$500 - $612 |
1.1% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $739 - $903.
| Other Events Cost |
$739 - $903 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$739 - $903 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$368 - $450 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$368 - $450 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in South Bend IN spend between $5,084 - $6,214 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in South Bend IN with 250 guests spend between $2,689 - $3,287 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in South Bend IN is $2,063 - $2,521. This makes up a portion of your (4.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,084 - $6,214 |
10.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$332 - $406 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,689 - $3,287 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,063 - $2,521 |
4.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $469 - $573.
| Transportation Cost |
$469 - $573 |
1.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$469 - $573 |
1.0% |