For a wedding with 175 guests in the Saint Louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $38,480 - $47,032. 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 $244. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,480 - $47,032.
The average wedding cost in Saint Louis MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,480 - $47,032 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Saint Charles MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $239 - $293. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $258 - $316.
In Saint Charles MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,410 - $1,724. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,020 - $2,468 |
5.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$239 - $293 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$258 - $316 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,410 - $1,724 |
3.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Saint Louis MO is $597 - $729. 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 |
$597 - $729 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$597 - $729 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Louis MO is $185 - $227. 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 |
$185 - $227 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,484 - $1,814, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Saint Louis MO area is $1,028 - $1,256.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,484 - $1,814 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,028 - $1,256 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$456 - $558 |
1.2% |
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 $18,119 - $22,145, which is about 47.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,119 - $22,145 |
47.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,216 - $3,930 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,197 - $7,575 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,418 - $7,844 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,288 - $2,796 |
5.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,019 - $3,689. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,019 - $3,689 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$489 - $597 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$222 - $272 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$401 - $490 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$617 - $754 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$749 - $915 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$542 - $662 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $767 - $937.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$767 - $937 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$521 - $637 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,180 - $1,442. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,180 - $1,442 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$170 - $208 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$252 - $308 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$166 - $202 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$151 - $185 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $788 - $964, which is about 2.0% 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 $479 - $585, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,846 - $2,256 |
4.8% |
|
Bracelet
|
$177 - $217 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$176 - $216 |
0.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$225 - $275 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$788 - $964 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$479 - $585 |
1.2% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $757 - $925.
| Other Events Cost |
$757 - $925 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$757 - $925 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO spend between $5,319 - $6,501 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO with 175 guests spend between $2,832 - $3,462 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Saint Louis MO is $2,152 - $2,630. This makes up a portion of your (5.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,319 - $6,501 |
13.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$335 - $409 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,832 - $3,462 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,152 - $2,630 |
5.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Saint Louis MO is estimated to be $1,595 - $1,949. This service accounts for 4.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,595 - $1,949 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,595 - $1,949 |
4.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $970 - $1,186.
| Transportation Cost |
$970 - $1,186 |
2.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$970 - $1,186 |
2.5% |