For a wedding with 75 guests in the Marion IA, the estimated total cost is around $13,493 - $16,491. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Marion IA is approximately $200. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $13,493 - $16,491.
The average wedding cost in Marion IA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $13,493 - $16,491 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $266 - $325.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$266 - $325 |
2.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$266 - $325 |
2.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Marion IA is $218 - $266. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Marion IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$218 - $266 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$218 - $266 |
1.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,001 - $1,223, which is 7.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Marion IA area is $1,001 - $1,223.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,001 - $1,223 |
7.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,001 - $1,223 |
7.4% |
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 Marion IA, you should budget approximately $3,436 - $4,200, which is about 25.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$3,436 - $4,200 |
25.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,168 - $1,428 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,268 - $2,772 |
16.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $599 - $732. This accounts for roughly 4.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$599 - $732 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$599 - $732 |
4.4% |
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 $324 - $396.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$324 - $396 |
2.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$217 - $265 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$107 - $131 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $180 - $220. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$180 - $220 |
1.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$41 - $50 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$51 - $63 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $496 - $606, which is about 3.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,088 - $4,996 |
30.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,592 - $4,390 |
26.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$496 - $606 |
3.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $726 - $888.
| Other Events Cost |
$726 - $888 |
5.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$726 - $888 |
5.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Marion IA spend between $2,656 - $3,246 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Marion IA with 75 guests spend between $2,312 - $2,826 on wedding photography, which is about 17.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,656 - $3,246 |
19.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,312 - $2,826 |
17.1% |