For a wedding with 125 guests in the Madison, the estimated total cost is around $34,708 - $42,420. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Madison is approximately $309. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,708 - $42,420.
The average wedding cost in Madison is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,708 - $42,420 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Madison WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $285 - $349. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $308 - $376.
In Madison WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,685 - $2,059. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,410 - $2,946 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$285 - $349 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$132 - $162 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$308 - $376 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,685 - $2,059 |
4.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Madison is $420 - $514. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Madison area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$420 - $514 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$420 - $514 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Madison is $237 - $289. 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 |
$237 - $289 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,609 - $1,967, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Madison area is $1,115 - $1,363.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,609 - $1,967 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,115 - $1,363 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$494 - $604 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Madison, you should budget approximately $16,053 - $19,621, which is about 46.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,053 - $19,621 |
46.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,256 - $2,758 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,350 - $5,316 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,842 - $9,584 |
22.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,606 - $1,962 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,525 - $3,087. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,525 - $3,087 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$488 - $596 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$222 - $272 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$284 - $347 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$665 - $813 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$528 - $646 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$338 - $414 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $819 - $1,001.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$819 - $1,001 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$365 - $447 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$192 - $234 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $709 - $867. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$709 - $867 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $936 - $1,144, which is about 2.7% 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 $568 - $694, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,568 - $6,806 |
16.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,064 - $4,968 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$936 - $1,144 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$568 - $694 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Madison area is $248 - $303. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $303 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $303 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $821 - $1,003.
| Other Events Cost |
$821 - $1,003 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$821 - $1,003 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$395 - $483 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$395 - $483 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Madison spend between $2,893 - $3,535 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Madison with 125 guests spend between $2,535 - $3,099 on wedding photography, which is about 7.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,893 - $3,535 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$357 - $437 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,535 - $3,099 |
7.3% |