For a wedding with 15 guests in the Cape Girardeau MO, the estimated total cost is around $11,634 - $14,220. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cape Girardeau MO is approximately $862. With a guest count of 15, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $11,634 - $14,220.
The average wedding cost in Cape Girardeau MO is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $11,634 - $14,220 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Whitewater MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $980 - $1,198. This represents about 8.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$980 - $1,198 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$980 - $1,198 |
8.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 15 guests in Cape Girardeau MO is $50 - $62. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cape Girardeau MO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$50 - $62 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$50 - $62 |
0.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cape Girardeau MO is $141 - $173. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$141 - $173 |
1.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.7% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$64 - $78 |
0.5% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,129 - $2,602, which is 18.3% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Cape Girardeau MO typically budget around $2,129 - $2,602 which is 18.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,129 - $2,602 |
18.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,129 - $2,602 |
18.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 15 guest wedding in Cape Girardeau MO, you should budget approximately $1,844 - $2,254, which is about 15.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$1,844 - $2,254 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$270 - $330 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$525 - $641 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$1,049 - $1,283 |
9.0% |
For wedding favors for 15 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $193 - $235.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$193 - $235 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$123 - $151 |
1.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$43 - $53 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$26 - $32 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $77 - $95. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$77 - $95 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$15 - $19 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$13 - $15 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$14 - $18 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$11 - $13 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $570 - $696, which is about 4.9% 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 $343 - $419, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,402 - $4,158 |
29.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,489 - $3,043 |
21.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$570 - $696 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$343 - $419 |
2.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cape Girardeau MO area is $217 - $265. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$217 - $265 |
1.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$217 - $265 |
1.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $550 - $672.
| Other Events Cost |
$550 - $672 |
4.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$550 - $672 |
4.7% |
On average, couples in Cape Girardeau MO spend between $2,051 - $2,507 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cape Girardeau MO with 15 guests spend between $1,748 - $2,136 on wedding photography, which is about 15.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,051 - $2,507 |
17.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$303 - $371 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,748 - $2,136 |
15.0% |