For a wedding with 175 guests in the Colfax, the estimated total cost is around $38,198 - $46,686. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Colfax is approximately $243. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,198 - $46,686.
The average wedding cost in Colfax is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,198 - $46,686 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Colfax IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $206 - $252. 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 $229 - $279.
In Colfax IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,256 - $1,536. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,775 - $2,169 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$206 - $252 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$229 - $279 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,256 - $1,536 |
3.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Colfax is $723 - $883. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Colfax area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$723 - $883 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$723 - $883 |
1.9% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,932 - $4,806, which is 10.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Colfax area is $814 - $994.
For a live band, couples in Colfax typically budget around $2,723 - $3,329 which is 7.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,932 - $4,806 |
10.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$814 - $994 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$395 - $483 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,723 - $3,329 |
7.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Colfax, you should budget approximately $18,500 - $22,612, which is about 48.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,500 - $22,612 |
48.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,398 - $4,153 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,597 - $8,063 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,949 - $7,271 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,557 - $3,125 |
6.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,949 - $3,605. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,949 - $3,605 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$386 - $472 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$167 - $205 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$483 - $591 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$806 - $986 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$573 - $701 |
1.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,317 - $1,609. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,317 - $1,609 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$233 - $285 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$310 - $378 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$142 - $174 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$218 - $266 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$158 - $193 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$159 - $195 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $689 - $843, which is about 1.8% 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 $414 - $506, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,141 - $5,061 |
10.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,038 - $3,713 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$689 - $843 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$414 - $506 |
1.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $490 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Colfax IA spend between $2,191 - $2,677 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Colfax with 175 guests spend between $1,910 - $2,334 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,191 - $2,677 |
5.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$281 - $343 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,910 - $2,334 |
5.0% |
