For a wedding with 125 guests in the Des Moines IA, the estimated total cost is around $37,997 - $46,441. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Des Moines IA is approximately $338. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,997 - $46,441.
The average wedding cost in Des Moines IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,997 - $46,441 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Waukee IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $425 - $519. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $439 - $537.
In Waukee IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,415 - $2,951. This represents about 6.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,477 - $4,249 |
9.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$425 - $519 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$198 - $242 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$439 - $537 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,415 - $2,951 |
6.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Des Moines IA is $473 - $579. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Des Moines IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$473 - $579 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$473 - $579 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Des Moines IA is $262 - $320. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$262 - $320 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,924 - $2,352, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Des Moines IA area is $1,330 - $1,626.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,924 - $2,352 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,330 - $1,626 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$594 - $726 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Des Moines IA, you should budget approximately $16,465 - $20,123, which is about 43.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,465 - $20,123 |
43.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,649 - $3,237 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,065 - $6,191 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,919 - $8,457 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,832 - $2,239 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,141 - $3,839. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,141 - $3,839 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$524 - $640 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$383 - $468 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$858 - $1,048 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$658 - $804 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$479 - $585 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $764 - $934.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$764 - $934 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$138 - $168 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$436 - $532 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $829 - $1,013. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$829 - $1,013 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$140 - $172 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$221 - $270 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,337 - $1,635, which is about 3.5% 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 Partner 2) is estimated at $843 - $1,031, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,181 - $2,665 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,337 - $1,635 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$843 - $1,031 |
2.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Des Moines IA area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $986 - $1,205.
| Other Events Cost |
$986 - $1,205 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$986 - $1,205 |
2.6% |
On average, couples in Des Moines IA spend between $7,242 - $8,852 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Moines IA with 125 guests spend between $3,632 - $4,440 on wedding photography, which is about 9.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Des Moines IA is $2,773 - $3,389. This makes up a portion of your (7.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,242 - $8,852 |
19.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$406 - $496 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$431 - $527 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,632 - $4,440 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,773 - $3,389 |
7.3% |