Average cost of a with 200 to 300 guests is between $34,139 and $41,725

Wedding Cost Summary

What is the average cost of a The number of guests is between 200 to 300. The wedding is at some other location. The type of wedding is Casual, Destination, Fun, Modern The estimated cost for this type of wedding is typically between $34,139 and $41,725.

Lives in: Lake Forest IL - Lake Forest IL Wedding Statistics
How many guests: This estimate is based on having 250 guests with a range of 200 to 300 guests. Adding a single guest will likely add $137 - $167 to the total amount spent.
The ceremony and reception will be at the same location
Wedding Location: some other location
Type of wedding: Casual, Destination, Fun, Modern
Highest priorities:
  • Event Location/Venue

Wedding Cost by Category and Item

Category > Item Estimated Cost % of Total
Attire & Accessories $2,605 - $3,183 7.6%
Dress Accessories $329 - $403 1.0%
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories $155 - $189 0.5%
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase $313 - $383 0.9%
Wedding Dress $1,807 - $2,209 5.3%
Beauty & Spa $165 - $201 0.5%
Hair Service $68 - $83 0.2%
Makeup Service $56 - $68 0.2%
Manicure & Pedicure $41 - $51 0.1%
Entertainment $712 - $870 2.1%
DJ/MC $712 - $870 2.1%
Flowers & Decorations $494 - $604 1.4%
Bouquets $340 - $416 1.0%
Boutonnieres, Corsages $154 - $188 0.5%
Gifts & Favors $644 - $788 1.9%
Tips (for all services) $644 - $788 1.9%
Invitations $950 - $1,161 2.8%
Guest Book $85 - $103 0.2%
Invitations & Reply Cards $310 - $378 0.9%
Postage $156 - $190 0.5%
Save the Date Cards $157 - $191 0.5%
Table Name and Escort/place Cards $118 - $144 0.3%
Thank You Cards $125 - $153 0.4%
Photography & Video $1,527 - $1,867 4.5%
Wedding Photographer $1,527 - $1,867 4.5%
Planner/Consultant $2,705 - $3,306 7.9%
Full Service $2,705 - $3,306 7.9%
Venue, Catering & Rentals $24,338 - $29,746 71.3%
Hotel Room for After Reception $302 - $370 0.9%
Limo Rental $468 - $572 1.4%
Rehearsal Dinner $581 - $711 1.7%
Wedding Cake/dessert $688 - $840 2.0%
Wedding Venue Bar Service $4,078 - $4,984 11.9%
Wedding Venue Food Service $7,961 - $9,730 23.3%
Wedding Venue Location $7,246 - $8,856 21.2%
Wedding Venue Rentals $3,014 - $3,684 8.8%
Estimated Total Cost: $34,139 - $41,725 100%

NOTE: The average cost of a wedding is based on the answers to your questions and spending of other couples getting married, not vendor prices. This typically includes purchases of both new and used items. This typically includes purchases of services from professionals, someone that simply provides the service, or a hired family member or friend. Every wedding is different, and the amount couples spend can vary widely.


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