For a wedding with 250 guests in the Portage WI, the estimated total cost is around $47,804 - $58,428. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Portage WI is approximately $212. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,804 - $58,428.
The average wedding cost in Portage WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,804 - $58,428 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Portage WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $237 - $289. 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 $255 - $311.
In Portage WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,395 - $1,705. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,995 - $2,439 |
4.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$237 - $289 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,395 - $1,705 |
2.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Portage WI is $932 - $1,139. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Portage WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$932 - $1,139 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$932 - $1,139 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Portage WI is $248 - $303. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$248 - $303 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,544 - $1,888, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Portage WI area is $1,070 - $1,308.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,544 - $1,888 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,070 - $1,308 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$474 - $580 |
1.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Portage WI, you should budget approximately $26,225 - $32,053, which is about 54.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,225 - $32,053 |
54.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,009 - $6,123 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,658 - $11,804 |
20.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,992 - $9,768 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,566 - $4,358 |
7.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,405 - $5,383. This accounts for roughly 9.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,405 - $5,383 |
9.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$633 - $773 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$288 - $352 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$659 - $805 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$658 - $804 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,321 - $1,615 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$846 - $1,034 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,396 - $1,706.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,396 - $1,706 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$812 - $992 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$445 - $543 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,672 - $2,044. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,672 - $2,044 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$279 - $341 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$414 - $506 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$219 - $267 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$247 - $301 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$188 - $230 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$196 - $240 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $788 - $964, which is about 1.6% 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 $478 - $584, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,690 - $5,732 |
9.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,424 - $4,184 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$788 - $964 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$478 - $584 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Portage WI area is $248 - $303. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $303 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $303 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $788 - $963.
| Other Events Cost |
$788 - $963 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$788 - $963 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$395 - $483 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$395 - $483 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Portage WI spend between $2,764 - $3,378 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Portage WI with 250 guests spend between $2,433 - $2,973 on wedding photography, which is about 5.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,764 - $3,378 |
5.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$331 - $405 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,433 - $2,973 |
5.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $504 - $616.
| Transportation Cost |
$504 - $616 |
1.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$504 - $616 |
1.1% |