For a wedding with 175 guests in the Saint Louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $49,929 - $61,025. 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 $317. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,929 - $61,025.
The average wedding cost in Saint Louis MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,929 - $61,025 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $251 - $307. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $271 - $331.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,481 - $1,810. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,119 - $2,589 |
4.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$271 - $331 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,481 - $1,810 |
3.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Saint Louis MO is $658 - $804. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$658 - $804 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$658 - $804 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Louis MO is $242 - $296. 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 |
$242 - $296 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,877 - $4,739, which is 7.8% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Saint Louis MO typically budget around $3,336 - $4,078 which is 6.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,877 - $4,739 |
7.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$541 - $661 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,336 - $4,078 |
6.7% |
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 $21,398 - $26,153, which is about 42.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,398 - $26,153 |
42.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,659 - $4,472 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,052 - $8,620 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,084 - $9,880 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,603 - $3,181 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,462 - $4,232. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,462 - $4,232 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$485 - $593 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $270 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$443 - $541 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$799 - $977 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$923 - $1,129 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$591 - $723 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,132 - $1,384.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,132 - $1,384 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$593 - $725 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$299 - $365 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,276 - $1,560. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,276 - $1,560 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$188 - $230 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$166 - $202 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$278 - $340 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$166 - $202 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $867 - $1,059, which is about 1.7% 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 $526 - $642, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,351 - $6,541 |
10.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$194 - $237 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,766 - $4,602 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$867 - $1,059 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$526 - $642 |
1.1% |
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 $897 - $1,097.
| Other Events Cost |
$897 - $1,097 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$897 - $1,097 |
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 $4,012 - $4,904 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO with 175 guests spend between $2,769 - $3,385 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,012 - $4,904 |
8.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$328 - $400 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$396 - $484 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$519 - $635 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,769 - $3,385 |
5.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Saint Louis MO is estimated to be $3,911 - $4,780. This service accounts for 7.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,911 - $4,780 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,911 - $4,780 |
7.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $970 - $1,186.
| Transportation Cost |
$970 - $1,186 |
1.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$970 - $1,186 |
1.9% |