For a wedding with 400 guests in the Portage WI, the estimated total cost is around $82,792 - $101,190. 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 $230. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $82,792 - $101,190.
The average wedding cost in Portage WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $82,792 - $101,190 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 $230 - $281. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $248 - $303.
In Portage WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,354 - $1,654. This represents about 1.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,937 - $2,367 |
2.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$230 - $281 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$106 - $130 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$248 - $303 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,354 - $1,654 |
1.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Portage WI is $1,893 - $2,313. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,893 - $2,313 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,893 - $2,313 |
2.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Portage WI is $250 - $306. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,625 - $1,987, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Portage WI area is $1,126 - $1,376.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,625 - $1,987 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,126 - $1,376 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$500 - $611 |
0.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Portage WI, you should budget approximately $48,615 - $59,419, which is about 58.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$48,615 - $59,419 |
58.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,634 - $12,998 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,502 - $25,058 |
24.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,908 - $12,110 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,571 - $9,253 |
9.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,597 - $8,063. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,597 - $8,063 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$527 - $645 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$240 - $294 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,247 - $1,524 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$684 - $836 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,377 - $2,905 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,522 - $1,860 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,808 - $3,432.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,808 - $3,432 |
3.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $171 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,724 - $2,107 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$842 - $1,029 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,234 - $3,952. This is approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,234 - $3,952 |
3.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$527 - $645 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$245 - $299 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$784 - $958 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$485 - $593 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$466 - $570 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$356 - $435 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$371 - $453 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $760 - $928, which is about 0.9% 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 $461 - $563, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,520 - $5,524 |
5.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,299 - $4,033 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$760 - $928 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$461 - $563 |
0.6% |
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 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $303 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $829 - $1,013.
| Other Events Cost |
$829 - $1,013 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$829 - $1,013 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$395 - $483 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$395 - $483 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Portage WI spend between $6,228 - $7,612 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Portage WI with 400 guests spend between $3,119 - $3,812 on wedding photography, which is about 3.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Portage WI is $2,371 - $2,897. This makes up a portion of your (2.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,228 - $7,612 |
7.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$331 - $405 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$408 - $498 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,119 - $3,812 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,371 - $2,897 |
2.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Portage WI is estimated to be $3,614 - $4,417. This service accounts for 4.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,614 - $4,417 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,614 - $4,417 |
4.4% |