For a wedding with 125 guests in the Iowa City IA, the estimated total cost is around $27,027 - $33,033. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Iowa City IA is approximately $240. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $27,027 - $33,033.
The average wedding cost in Iowa City IA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $27,027 - $33,033 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Iowa City IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $183 - $223. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
In Iowa City IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,094 - $1,338. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,277 - $1,561 |
4.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$183 - $223 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,094 - $1,338 |
4.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Iowa City IA is $417 - $509. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Iowa City IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$417 - $509 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$417 - $509 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Iowa City IA is $211 - $257. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$211 - $257 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$72 - $88 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,382 - $1,690, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Iowa City IA area is $966 - $1,180.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,382 - $1,690 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$966 - $1,180 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$417 - $509 |
1.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Iowa City IA, you should budget approximately $13,393 - $16,369, which is about 49.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,393 - $16,369 |
49.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,233 - $2,729 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,343 - $5,309 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,234 - $6,397 |
19.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,583 - $1,935 |
5.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,325 - $2,841. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,325 - $2,841 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$431 - $527 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$192 - $234 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$560 - $684 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$526 - $642 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$326 - $398 |
1.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $450 - $550.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$450 - $550 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$362 - $442 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $646 - $790. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$646 - $790 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$104 - $127 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$49 - $59 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$172 - $210 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$70 - $86 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$75 - $91 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $629 - $769, which is about 2.3% 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 $374 - $458, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,004 - $1,227 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$629 - $769 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$374 - $458 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Iowa City IA area is $235 - $287. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $740 - $904.
| Other Events Cost |
$740 - $904 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$740 - $904 |
2.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$379 - $463 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Iowa City IA spend between $4,100 - $5,011 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Iowa City IA with 125 guests spend between $2,187 - $2,673 on wedding photography, which is about 8.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Iowa City IA is $1,601 - $1,957. This makes up a portion of your (5.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,100 - $5,011 |
15.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$311 - $381 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,187 - $2,673 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,601 - $1,957 |
5.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $470 - $574.
| Transportation Cost |
$470 - $574 |
1.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$470 - $574 |
1.7% |