For a wedding with 125 guests in the Lincoln, NE, the estimated total cost is around $24,747 - $30,247. 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 $220. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,747 - $30,247.
The average wedding cost in Lincoln, NE is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,747 - $30,247 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 $176 - $216. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $196 - $240.
In Lincoln NE, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,074 - $1,312. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,518 - $1,856 |
6.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$176 - $216 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$72 - $88 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$196 - $240 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,074 - $1,312 |
4.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Lincoln, NE is $429 - $525. 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 |
$429 - $525 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$429 - $525 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lincoln, NE is $168 - $206. 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 |
$168 - $206 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,317 - $1,609, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lincoln, NE area is $887 - $1,084.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,317 - $1,609 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$887 - $1,084 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$430 - $526 |
1.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Lincoln, NE, you should budget approximately $12,506 - $15,285, which is about 50.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,506 - $15,285 |
50.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,058 - $2,516 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,996 - $4,884 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,132 - $6,272 |
20.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,319 - $1,613 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $717 - $877. This accounts for roughly 2.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$717 - $877 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$419 - $513 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$298 - $364 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $317 - $387.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$317 - $387 |
1.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$317 - $387 |
1.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $745 - $911. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$745 - $911 |
3.0% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$144 - $176 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$62 - $76 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$202 - $246 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$93 - $113 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$141 - $173 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HIM) is estimated at $358 - $438, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,980 - $3,642 |
12.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,622 - $3,204 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$358 - $438 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$413 - $505 |
1.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$413 - $505 |
1.7% |
On average, couples in Lincoln, NE spend between $3,210 - $3,924 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lincoln, NE with 125 guests spend between $2,536 - $3,100 on wedding photography, which is about 10.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,210 - $3,924 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$674 - $824 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,536 - $3,100 |
10.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $427 - $521.
| Transportation Cost |
$427 - $521 |
1.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$427 - $521 |
1.7% |