For a wedding with 75 guests in the Des Moines IA, the estimated total cost is around $26,953 - $32,943. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Des Moines IA is approximately $399. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $26,953 - $32,943.
The average wedding cost in Des Moines IA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $26,953 - $32,943 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 $246 - $300.
In Washington IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,353 - $1,653. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,598 - $1,954 |
5.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$246 - $300 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,353 - $1,653 |
5.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Des Moines IA is $251 - $307. 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 |
$251 - $307 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$251 - $307 |
0.9% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,723 - $2,105, which is 6.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Des Moines IA area is $1,191 - $1,455.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,723 - $2,105 |
6.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,191 - $1,455 |
4.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$532 - $650 |
2.0% |
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 Des Moines IA, you should budget approximately $10,434 - $12,752, which is about 38.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,434 - $12,752 |
38.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,598 - $1,954 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,058 - $3,738 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,832 - $5,906 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$945 - $1,155 |
3.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,919 - $3,567. This accounts for roughly 10.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,919 - $3,567 |
10.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$492 - $602 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$226 - $276 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,234 - $1,508 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$545 - $666 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$422 - $516 |
1.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $419 - $513. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$419 - $513 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$70 - $86 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$32 - $40 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$48 - $58 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $762 - $932, which is about 2.8% 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 $481 - $587, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,243 - $1,519 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$762 - $932 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$481 - $587 |
1.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Washington IA spend between $5,622 - $6,872 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Moines IA with 75 guests spend between $2,756 - $3,368 on wedding photography, which is about 10.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Des Moines IA is $2,104 - $2,572. That's about 7.8% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,622 - $6,872 |
20.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$331 - $405 |
1.2% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$431 - $527 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,756 - $3,368 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,104 - $2,572 |
7.8% |
