For a wedding with 15 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $4,958 - $6,060. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $367. With a guest count of 15, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $4,958 - $6,060.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $4,958 - $6,060 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Iowa City IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $162 - $198. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $161 - $197.
In Iowa City IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $926 - $1,132. This represents about 18.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,325 - $1,619 |
26.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$162 - $198 |
3.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$76 - $92 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$161 - $197 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$926 - $1,132 |
18.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Iowa City IA is $120 - $146. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 2.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$120 - $146 |
2.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$69 - $85 |
1.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $62 |
1.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $635 - $776. This accounts for roughly 12.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$635 - $776 |
12.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$157 - $191 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$418 - $510 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$60 - $74 |
1.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 15 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $205 - $251.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$205 - $251 |
4.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$78 - $96 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$94 - $114 |
1.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$33 - $41 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $6 - $8. This is approximately 0.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$6 - $8 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$6 - $8 |
0.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Iowa City IA spend between $1,462 - $1,786 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 29.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Iowa City IA with 15 guests spend between $1,462 - $1,786 on wedding photography, which is about 29.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,462 - $1,786 |
29.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,462 - $1,786 |
29.5% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$1,206 - $1,474 |
24.3% |