For a wedding with 250 guests in the Detroit MI, the estimated total cost is around $37,570 - $45,918. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Detroit MI is approximately $167. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,570 - $45,918.
The average wedding cost in Detroit MI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,570 - $45,918 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Detroit MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $148 - $180. 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 $159 - $195.
In Detroit MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $871 - $1,065. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,178 - $1,440 |
3.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$159 - $195 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$871 - $1,065 |
2.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Detroit MI is $889 - $1,087. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Detroit MI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$889 - $1,087 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$889 - $1,087 |
2.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Detroit MI is $177 - $217. 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 |
$177 - $217 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,005 - $1,229, which is 2.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Detroit MI area is $1,005 - $1,229.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,005 - $1,229 |
2.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,005 - $1,229 |
2.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Detroit MI, you should budget approximately $20,733 - $25,341, which is about 55.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,733 - $25,341 |
55.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,418 - $11,510 |
25.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,838 - $9,580 |
20.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,478 - $4,250 |
9.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,832 - $4,684. This accounts for roughly 10.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,832 - $4,684 |
10.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$470 - $574 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$932 - $1,140 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$600 - $734 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,116 - $1,364 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$714 - $872 |
1.9% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,539 - $1,881.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,539 - $1,881 |
4.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$792 - $968 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$630 - $770 |
1.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,415 - $2,951. This is approximately 6.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,415 - $2,951 |
6.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$395 - $483 |
1.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$184 - $224 |
0.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$589 - $719 |
1.6% |
|
Postage
|
$348 - $426 |
0.9% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$351 - $429 |
0.9% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$269 - $329 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$279 - $341 |
0.7% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $556 - $680, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$556 - $680 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$556 - $680 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Detroit MI area is $243 - $297. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$243 - $297 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$243 - $297 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $740 - $904.
| Other Events Cost |
$740 - $904 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$740 - $904 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$387 - $473 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$387 - $473 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Detroit MI spend between $2,284 - $2,792 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Detroit MI with 250 guests spend between $2,284 - $2,792 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,284 - $2,792 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,284 - $2,792 |
6.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,590 - $1,944.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,590 - $1,944 |
4.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,590 - $1,944 |
4.2% |