Minnesota Wedding Budget Calculator

You just got engaged. You start Googling “how much does a wedding cost” and every website throws a different number at you. $20,000 , $30,000. $45,000. $60,000. None of them explain what’s actually included, and none of them reflect what things cost here in Minnesota.
It can feel overwhelming, especially if that 10-million-dollar inheritance from your rich great-aunt hasn’t shown up yet…

So you book your first two vendors based on gut feeling, and suddenly half the budget is gone with 80% of the planning still ahead. That’s when couples start cutting things they actually wanted (musician), or worse, stop tracking altogether and deal with the damage after the honeymoon.

This calculator, despite not be perfect for everyone, will at least give you a clear vision.
Set your region, guest count, season and select your day (because, yes, if you are not aware yet, price vary depending on your date).
We have even build some “wedding style budget” (just to have a global idea).
So, get a complete line-by-line breakdown with real pricing. Know where every dollar goes allow you to control your budget and match your priorities before you sign your first contract.

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Where Do These Numbers Come From?

Our pricing is built from multiple sources: industry surveys from The Knot, WeddingWire, and Zola, combined with data from real vendors working in the Rochester and Twin Cities markets.

Large wedding platforms tend to skew higher than what couples actually pay in the Midwest, so we cross-referenced their data with quotes and rates from local caterers, florists, DJs, planners, and venues we've worked alongside for over 20 years. The result is a pricing range that reflects what Minnesota couples are actually spending today.

A road map

No budget calculator is perfect, and it certainly will not match every single vendor, since each one has their own pricing structure, not to mention all the possible options that make huge difference. But it does give you something incredibly valuable, a roadmap.
And yes, you might adjust that roadmap along the way, maybe increasing the budget for a vendor you absolutely love.
Still, having a map gives you clarity. And clarity makes planning a whole lot less overwhelming.

How our Wedding Budget Calculator Works

Choose your region (Rochester, Twin Cities, Countryside, or Major City like Chicago,IL), set your guest count. Then pick a preset style or build a custom one if you already have ideas in mind. Every price range comes from current Minnesota vendor data.

Day-of-week and seasonal discounts apply automatically. Lock items you've already booked. Toggle anything on or off.
You can even print, save on you device (it will open like that next time you come back if you don't use private navigation, don't clear you cache).

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Keep Planning With Our Free Tools

Once you have your numbers, use these to keep moving forward:

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FAQ

• How much does a wedding cost in Rochester, MN?
  Typically $18,000 to $35,000 for 100 to 150 guests. Venues run $850 to $10,000, catering $25 to $95 per person, photography $2,500 to $4,500.
• How much does a wedding cost in the Twin Cities?
  $30,000 to $55,000 for 100 to 150 guests. Expect 25 to 40% higher than Rochester across most vendors.
• What's the biggest wedding expense?
  Food and beverage at 25 to 35% of your total budget. Venue is usually second at 15 to 20%.
• How can I save the most money?
  Pick a Friday (15% off), go off-peak season (15% off), or try a Sunday brunch format. Guest count is the single biggest lever.