For a wedding with 175 guests in the Saint Louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $45,644 - $55,787. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Saint Louis MO is approximately $290. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,644 - $55,787.
The average wedding cost in Saint Louis MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,644 - $55,787 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Ballwin MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $337 - $411. 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 $363 - $443.
In Ballwin MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,981 - $2,421. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,836 - $3,466 |
6.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$337 - $411 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$363 - $443 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,981 - $2,421 |
4.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Saint Louis MO is $610 - $746. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Saint Louis MO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$610 - $746 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$610 - $746 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Louis MO is $234 - $286. 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 |
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,566 - $1,914, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Saint Louis MO area is $1,085 - $1,326.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,566 - $1,914 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,085 - $1,326 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$482 - $589 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Saint Louis MO, you should budget approximately $21,365 - $26,113, which is about 46.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,365 - $26,113 |
46.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,348 - $4,092 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,454 - $7,888 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,181 - $11,221 |
20.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,382 - $2,912 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,989 - $3,653. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,989 - $3,653 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$470 - $574 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$213 - $261 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$414 - $506 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$635 - $777 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$766 - $936 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$491 - $600 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $814 - $994.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$814 - $994 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$543 - $663 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $861 - $1,053. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$861 - $1,053 |
1.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$262 - $320 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,102 - $1,346, 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 $668 - $816, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,550 - $8,006 |
14.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,781 - $5,843 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,102 - $1,346 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$668 - $816 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Saint Louis MO area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $799 - $977.
| Other Events Cost |
$799 - $977 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$799 - $977 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO spend between $4,712 - $5,759 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO with 175 guests spend between $2,467 - $3,015 on wedding photography, which is about 5.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Saint Louis MO is $1,875 - $2,291. This makes up a portion of your (4.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,712 - $5,759 |
10.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$370 - $452 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,467 - $3,015 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,875 - $2,291 |
4.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Saint Louis MO is estimated to be $1,684 - $2,058. This service accounts for 3.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,684 - $2,058 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,684 - $2,058 |
3.7% |