For a wedding with 125 guests in the Milwaukee WI, the estimated total cost is around $33,509 - $40,955. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Milwaukee WI is approximately $298. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,509 - $40,955.
The average wedding cost in Milwaukee WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,509 - $40,955 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Milwaukee WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $116 - $142. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $125 - $153.
In Milwaukee WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $688 - $840. This represents about 2.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$983 - $1,201 |
2.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$688 - $840 |
2.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Milwaukee WI is $462 - $564. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Milwaukee WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$462 - $564 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$462 - $564 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Milwaukee WI is $271 - $331. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$271 - $331 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,967 - $2,405, which is 5.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Milwaukee WI area is $1,363 - $1,665.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,967 - $2,405 |
5.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,363 - $1,665 |
4.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$605 - $739 |
1.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Milwaukee WI, you should budget approximately $13,451 - $16,440, which is about 40.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,451 - $16,440 |
40.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,818 - $5,888 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,854 - $8,377 |
20.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,779 - $2,175 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,213 - $2,705. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,213 - $2,705 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$572 - $700 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$261 - $319 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$800 - $978 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$580 - $708 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $406 - $496.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$406 - $496 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$406 - $496 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,197 - $1,463. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,197 - $1,463 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$192 - $234 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$286 - $350 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$195 - $239 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$170 - $208 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$135 - $165 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $437 - $535, which is about 1.3% 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 $266 - $325, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,602 - $3,180 |
7.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$1,899 - $2,321 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$437 - $535 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$266 - $325 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Milwaukee WI area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI spend between $7,185 - $8,781 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI with 125 guests spend between $3,764 - $4,600 on wedding photography, which is about 11.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Milwaukee WI is $2,859 - $3,495. This makes up a portion of your (8.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,185 - $8,781 |
21.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$288 - $352 |
0.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$274 - $334 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,764 - $4,600 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,859 - $3,495 |
8.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Milwaukee WI is estimated to be $2,114 - $2,584. This service accounts for 6.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,114 - $2,584 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,114 - $2,584 |
6.3% |