For a wedding with 125 guests in the portage, the estimated total cost is around $30,855 - $37,711. 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 is approximately $274. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,855 - $37,711.
The average wedding cost in portage is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,855 - $37,711 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 $215 - $263. 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 $232 - $284.
In Portage WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,271 - $1,553. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,818 - $2,222 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$215 - $263 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$232 - $284 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,271 - $1,553 |
4.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in portage is $405 - $495. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the portage area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$405 - $495 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$405 - $495 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in portage is $236 - $288. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$236 - $288 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,538 - $1,880, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the portage area is $1,066 - $1,302.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,538 - $1,880 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,066 - $1,302 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$473 - $578 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in portage, you should budget approximately $12,036 - $14,710, which is about 39.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,036 - $14,710 |
39.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,177 - $2,661 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,197 - $5,129 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,662 - $6,920 |
18.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,448 - $2,992. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,448 - $2,992 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$482 - $589 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$219 - $267 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$277 - $339 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$636 - $778 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$509 - $622 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$326 - $398 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $540 - $660.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$540 - $660 |
1.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$353 - $431 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$187 - $229 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $701 - $857. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$701 - $857 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$117 - $143 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$174 - $212 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $725 - $887, which is about 2.4% 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 $440 - $538, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,523 - $5,528 |
14.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,150 - $3,850 |
10.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$207 - $253 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$725 - $887 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$440 - $538 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the portage area is $248 - $303. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $303 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $303 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $784 - $958.
| Other Events Cost |
$784 - $958 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$784 - $958 |
2.5% |
On average, couples in portage spend between $5,579 - $6,819 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in portage with 125 guests spend between $2,982 - $3,644 on wedding photography, which is about 9.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in portage is $2,266 - $2,770. This makes up a portion of your (7.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,579 - $6,819 |
18.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$331 - $405 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,982 - $3,644 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,266 - $2,770 |
7.3% |