For a wedding with 75 guests in the Dubuque IA, the estimated total cost is around $43,508 - $53,176. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Dubuque IA is approximately $645. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,508 - $53,176.
The average wedding cost in Dubuque IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,508 - $53,176 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Dubuque IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $235 - $287. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $261 - $319.
In Dubuque IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,435 - $1,753. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,026 - $2,476 |
4.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$261 - $319 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,435 - $1,753 |
3.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Dubuque IA is $275 - $337. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Dubuque IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$275 - $337 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$275 - $337 |
0.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Dubuque IA is $201 - $245. 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 |
$201 - $245 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,017 - $7,355, which is 13.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Dubuque IA area is $1,043 - $1,275.
For a live band, couples in Dubuque IA typically budget around $3,491 - $4,267 which is 8.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,017 - $7,355 |
13.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,043 - $1,275 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$507 - $619 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,491 - $4,267 |
8.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$977 - $1,194 |
2.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Dubuque IA, you should budget approximately $10,158 - $12,416, which is about 23.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,158 - $12,416 |
23.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,344 - $1,642 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,610 - $3,190 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,193 - $6,347 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,012 - $1,236 |
2.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,821 - $2,225. This accounts for roughly 4.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,821 - $2,225 |
4.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$354 - $432 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$154 - $188 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$574 - $702 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$307 - $375 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$218 - $266 |
0.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $601 - $735.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$601 - $735 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$148 - $180 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$242 - $296 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $704 - $860. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$704 - $860 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$39 - $47 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$44 - $54 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$64 - $78 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$65 - $79 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $815 - $996, which is about 1.9% 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 HIM) is estimated at $491 - $600, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,524 - $6,752 |
12.7% |
|
Bracelet
|
$174 - $212 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$206 - $252 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,587 - $4,384 |
8.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$253 - $309 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$815 - $996 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$491 - $600 |
1.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Dubuque IA area is $227 - $277. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$227 - $277 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$227 - $277 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $834 - $1,020.
| Other Events Cost |
$834 - $1,020 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$834 - $1,020 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$399 - $487 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Dubuque IA spend between $6,100 - $7,456 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dubuque IA with 75 guests spend between $2,448 - $2,992 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Dubuque IA is $2,093 - $2,558. This makes up a portion of your (4.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,100 - $7,456 |
14.0% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$237 - $289 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$266 - $326 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$369 - $451 |
0.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$248 - $304 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$439 - $537 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,448 - $2,992 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,093 - $2,558 |
4.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Dubuque IA is estimated to be $1,955 - $2,389. This service accounts for 4.5% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Dubuque IA is estimated to be $3,373 - $4,123. This service accounts for 7.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$7,775 - $9,503 |
17.9% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$2,447 - $2,991 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,955 - $2,389 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,373 - $4,123 |
7.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $845 - $1,033.
| Transportation Cost |
$845 - $1,033 |
1.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$412 - $504 |
0.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$433 - $529 |
1.0% |