For a wedding with 175 guests in the Des Moines IA, the estimated total cost is around $36,663 - $44,811. 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 $233. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,663 - $44,811.
The average wedding cost in Des Moines IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,663 - $44,811 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Des Moines IA is $605 - $739. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$605 - $739 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$605 - $739 |
1.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,660 - $2,028, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Des Moines IA area is $1,150 - $1,406.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,660 - $2,028 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,150 - $1,406 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$509 - $623 |
1.4% |
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 Des Moines IA, you should budget approximately $19,603 - $23,959, which is about 53.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,603 - $23,959 |
53.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,251 - $3,973 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,268 - $7,660 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,771 - $9,497 |
21.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,314 - $2,828 |
6.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,232 - $3,950. This accounts for roughly 8.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,232 - $3,950 |
8.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$505 - $617 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$230 - $281 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$694 - $848 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$760 - $928 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$486 - $594 |
1.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,148 - $1,403.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,148 - $1,403 |
3.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $171 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$527 - $644 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$378 - $462 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,417 - $1,731. This is approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,417 - $1,731 |
3.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$237 - $289 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$352 - $430 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$183 - $223 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$210 - $256 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$159 - $195 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$167 - $204 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $767 - $937, which is about 2.1% 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 $465 - $569, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,563 - $5,577 |
12.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,331 - $4,071 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$767 - $937 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$465 - $569 |
1.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Des Moines IA area is $248 - $304. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $304 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $304 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $847 - $1,035.
| Other Events Cost |
$847 - $1,035 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$847 - $1,035 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$397 - $485 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Des Moines IA spend between $2,945 - $3,599 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Moines IA with 175 guests spend between $2,615 - $3,196 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,945 - $3,599 |
8.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$330 - $404 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,615 - $3,196 |
7.1% |