Wedding Costs in Mississippi

Mississippi offers the most affordable weddings in the country, with historic antebellum homes, charming small-town venues, and warm Southern hospitality. Natchez's historic district and the Gulf Coast provide distinct venue options at prices well below the national average.

$21,000

Average Wedding Cost

$4,800

Average Venue Cost

160

Average Guest Count

-36%

vs National Average

Cost Index: 0.64x

A cost index of 0.64x means weddings in Mississippi cost approximately 36% less than the national average.

Estimated Vendor Costs in Mississippi

🏛️ Wedding Venue$6,720🍽️ Catering$4,800📸 Wedding Photographer$2,240🎥 Wedding Videographer$1,600💐 Wedding Florist$1,792🎵 DJ / Band$1,152📋 Wedding Planner / Coordinator$1,408🎂 Wedding Cake / Bakery$384👗 Wedding Dress / Attire$1,280💄 Hair & Makeup$384💍 Wedding Officiant$224✉️ Wedding Invitations / Stationery$320🚗 Wedding Transportation$512🪑 Wedding Rentals$1,152✨ Lighting & Decor$768

Popular Wedding Venues in Mississippi

  • ♥The Cedars (Jackson)
  • ♥Old Capitol Inn (Jackson)
  • ♥The Gin at Flora Station (Flora)
  • ♥Dunleith Historic Inn (Natchez)

Marriage License Requirements in Mississippi

License Fee

$21-$25

Waiting Period

3 days

Blood Test Required

No

Minimum Age

21 (males), 15 (females) — state law varies

License Valid For

No expiration

Mississippi has some of the lowest marriage license fees in the country. The 3-day waiting period can be waived.

Local Wedding Traditions

  • ★Antebellum home ceremonies
  • ★Southern BBQ receptions
  • ★Sweet tea and mint julep bars
  • ★Front porch first looks

Best Seasons to Marry

  • ☀Spring (March-May)
  • ☀Fall (October-November)

Off-season weddings can save 20-40% on venue and vendor costs.

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