For a wedding with 250 guests in the Des Moines IA, the estimated total cost is around $33,601 - $41,067. 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 $149. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,601 - $41,067.
The average wedding cost in Des Moines IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,601 - $41,067 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Storm Lake IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $181 - $221. 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 $173 - $211.
In Storm Lake IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $995 - $1,217. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,435 - $1,753 |
4.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$173 - $211 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$995 - $1,217 |
3.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Storm Lake IA is $150 - $184. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$40 - $48 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $680 - $832, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Des Moines IA area is $680 - $832.
| Entertainment Cost |
$680 - $832 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$680 - $832 |
2.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,776 - $3,392. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,776 - $3,392 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$335 - $409 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$437 - $535 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,199 - $1,465 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$654 - $800 |
1.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,305 - $1,595.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,305 - $1,595 |
3.9% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$748 - $914 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$461 - $563 |
1.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,260 - $1,540. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,260 - $1,540 |
3.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$464 - $567 |
1.4% |
|
Postage
|
$246 - $300 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$235 - $287 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$187 - $229 |
0.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Storm Lake IA spend between $2,850 - $3,484 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Moines IA with 250 guests spend between $1,512 - $1,848 on wedding photography, which is about 4.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Des Moines IA is $1,021 - $1,247. This makes up a portion of your (3.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,850 - $3,484 |
8.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$318 - $388 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,512 - $1,848 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,021 - $1,247 |
3.0% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$23,144 - $28,288 |
68.9% |