For a wedding with 250 guests in the mt vernon, the estimated total cost is around $51,879 - $63,407. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in mt vernon is approximately $231. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,879 - $63,407.
The average wedding cost in mt vernon is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,879 - $63,407 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Mount Vernon IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $187 - $229. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $208 - $254.
In Mount Vernon IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,145 - $1,399. This represents about 2.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,540 - $1,882 |
3.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$187 - $229 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$208 - $254 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,145 - $1,399 |
2.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in mt vernon is $1,154 - $1,410. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the mt vernon area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,154 - $1,410 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,154 - $1,410 |
2.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in mt vernon is $200 - $244. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$200 - $244 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$69 - $85 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,147 - $1,401, which is 2.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the mt vernon area is $772 - $944.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,147 - $1,401 |
2.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$772 - $944 |
1.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$374 - $458 |
0.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in mt vernon, you should budget approximately $26,834 - $32,797, which is about 51.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,834 - $32,797 |
51.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,421 - $6,625 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,528 - $12,868 |
20.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,804 - $8,316 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,081 - $4,987 |
7.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,033 - $4,929. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,033 - $4,929 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$366 - $448 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$159 - $195 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$460 - $562 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,379 - $1,685 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$980 - $1,198 |
1.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,548 - $1,892.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,548 - $1,892 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$979 - $1,197 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$422 - $516 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,996 - $2,440. This is approximately 3.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,996 - $2,440 |
3.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$302 - $369 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$287 - $351 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$123 - $151 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$401 - $491 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$190 - $232 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$283 - $345 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$204 - $250 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $635 - $776, which is about 1.2% 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 $382 - $466, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,812 - $4,659 |
7.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,795 - $3,417 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$635 - $776 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$382 - $466 |
0.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the mt vernon area is $217 - $265. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$217 - $265 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$217 - $265 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $618 - $756.
| Other Events Cost |
$618 - $756 |
1.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$618 - $756 |
1.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$382 - $466 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in mt vernon spend between $4,553 - $5,565 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in mt vernon with 250 guests spend between $2,030 - $2,481 on wedding photography, which is about 3.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in mt vernon is $1,734 - $2,120. This makes up a portion of your (3.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,553 - $5,565 |
8.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$265 - $323 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$525 - $641 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,030 - $2,481 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,734 - $2,120 |
3.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in mt vernon is estimated to be $1,446 - $1,768. This service accounts for 2.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,446 - $1,768 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,446 - $1,768 |
2.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,400 - $2,934.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,400 - $2,934 |
4.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$2,400 - $2,934 |
4.6% |