For a wedding with 175 guests in the Saint Louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $43,154 - $52,744. 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 $274. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,154 - $52,744.
The average wedding cost in Saint Louis MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,154 - $52,744 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 $217 - $265. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,276 - $1,560. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,493 - $1,825 |
3.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$217 - $265 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,276 - $1,560 |
3.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Saint Louis MO is $671 - $821. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$671 - $821 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$671 - $821 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Louis MO is $242 - $296. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$242 - $296 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,820 - $4,668, which is 8.9% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Saint Louis MO typically budget around $3,287 - $4,017 which is 7.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,820 - $4,668 |
8.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$533 - $651 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,287 - $4,017 |
7.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Saint Louis MO, you should budget approximately $21,079 - $25,763, which is about 48.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,079 - $25,763 |
48.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,617 - $4,421 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,971 - $8,521 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,917 - $9,677 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,573 - $3,145 |
6.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,056 - $2,512. This accounts for roughly 4.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,056 - $2,512 |
4.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$511 - $625 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$941 - $1,151 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$603 - $737 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $896 - $1,095.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$896 - $1,095 |
2.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$587 - $717 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$309 - $377 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,154 - $1,410. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,154 - $1,410 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$288 - $352 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$171 - $209 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $734 - $897, 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 $446 - $545, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,363 - $5,333 |
10.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,184 - $3,892 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$734 - $897 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$446 - $545 |
1.0% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $884 - $1,080.
| Other Events Cost |
$884 - $1,080 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$884 - $1,080 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO spend between $3,041 - $3,717 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO with 175 guests spend between $2,729 - $3,335 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,041 - $3,717 |
7.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$312 - $382 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,729 - $3,335 |
6.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Saint Louis MO is estimated to be $1,862 - $2,276. This service accounts for 4.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,862 - $2,276 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,862 - $2,276 |
4.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $970 - $1,186.
| Transportation Cost |
$970 - $1,186 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$970 - $1,186 |
2.2% |