For a wedding with 250 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $54,203 - $66,249. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $241. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $54,203 - $66,249.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $54,203 - $66,249 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cedar Falls IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $248 - $304. 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 $267 - $327.
In Cedar Falls IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,463 - $1,789. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,094 - $2,560 |
3.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$248 - $304 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$267 - $327 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,463 - $1,789 |
2.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Cedar Falls IA is $882 - $1,078. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cedar Falls IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$882 - $1,078 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$882 - $1,078 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cedar Falls IA is $238 - $290. 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 |
$238 - $290 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,307 - $5,265, which is 7.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cedar Falls IA area is $1,031 - $1,260.
For a live band, couples in Cedar Falls IA typically budget around $2,821 - $3,447 which is 5.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,307 - $5,265 |
7.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,031 - $1,260 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$456 - $558 |
0.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,821 - $3,447 |
5.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Cedar Falls IA, you should budget approximately $25,824 - $31,562, which is about 47.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,824 - $31,562 |
47.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,968 - $6,072 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,577 - $11,705 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,743 - $9,463 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,536 - $4,322 |
6.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,709 - $4,533. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,709 - $4,533 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$463 - $565 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$211 - $257 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$631 - $771 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$591 - $723 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,106 - $1,352 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$707 - $865 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,476 - $1,804.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,476 - $1,804 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$805 - $983 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$426 - $520 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,601 - $1,957. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,601 - $1,957 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$267 - $327 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$398 - $486 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$208 - $254 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$237 - $289 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$180 - $220 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$187 - $229 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $828 - $1,012, which is about 1.5% 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 $502 - $614, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,927 - $6,021 |
9.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,596 - $4,396 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$828 - $1,012 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$502 - $614 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cedar Falls IA area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $759 - $927.
| Other Events Cost |
$759 - $927 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$759 - $927 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $468 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $468 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Cedar Falls IA spend between $4,458 - $5,448 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cedar Falls IA with 250 guests spend between $2,343 - $2,863 on wedding photography, which is about 4.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Cedar Falls IA is $1,780 - $2,176. This makes up a portion of your (3.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,458 - $5,448 |
8.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$335 - $409 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,343 - $2,863 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,780 - $2,176 |
3.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Cedar Falls IA is estimated to be $3,308 - $4,043. This service accounts for 6.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,308 - $4,043 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,308 - $4,043 |
6.1% |