For a wedding with 250 guests in the Portland OR, the estimated total cost is around $54,758 - $66,926. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Portland OR is approximately $243. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $54,758 - $66,926.
The average wedding cost in Portland OR is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $54,758 - $66,926 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $485 - $593.
In Sherwood OR, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,652 - $3,242. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,137 - $3,835 |
5.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$485 - $593 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,652 - $3,242 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Portland OR is $1,132 - $1,384. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Portland OR area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,132 - $1,384 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,132 - $1,384 |
2.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Portland OR is $68 - $84. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,964 - $2,400, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Portland OR area is $1,361 - $1,663.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,964 - $2,400 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,361 - $1,663 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$603 - $737 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Portland OR, you should budget approximately $30,204 - $36,916, which is about 55.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,204 - $36,916 |
55.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,736 - $14,344 |
21.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,135 - $17,276 |
25.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,334 - $5,297 |
7.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,867 - $5,949. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,867 - $5,949 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$640 - $782 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$290 - $354 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$770 - $941 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$837 - $1,023 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,422 - $1,738 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$909 - $1,111 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,507 - $1,841.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,507 - $1,841 |
2.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$986 - $1,206 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$520 - $636 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,935 - $2,365. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,935 - $2,365 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$327 - $399 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$485 - $593 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$232 - $284 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$289 - $353 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,399 - $1,709, which is about 2.6% 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 $849 - $1,037, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,247 - $2,747 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,399 - $1,709 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$849 - $1,037 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Portland OR area is $302 - $369. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$302 - $369 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$302 - $369 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,003 - $1,225.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,003 - $1,225 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,003 - $1,225 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$482 - $589 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$482 - $589 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Portland OR spend between $5,910 - $7,224 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Portland OR with 250 guests spend between $3,093 - $3,781 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Portland OR is $2,351 - $2,873. This makes up a portion of your (4.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,910 - $7,224 |
10.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$466 - $570 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,093 - $3,781 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,351 - $2,873 |
4.3% |