For a wedding with 125 guests in the Iowa City IA, the estimated total cost is around $30,636 - $37,444. 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 $272. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,636 - $37,444.
The average wedding cost in Iowa City IA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,636 - $37,444 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 $215 - $263. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $228 - $278.
In Iowa City IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,288 - $1,574. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,826 - $2,232 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$215 - $263 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$228 - $278 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,288 - $1,574 |
4.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Iowa City IA is $398 - $486. 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 |
$398 - $486 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$398 - $486 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Iowa City IA is $84 - $102. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$84 - $102 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,799 - $3,421, which is 9.1% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Iowa City IA typically budget around $2,406 - $2,940 which is 7.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,799 - $3,421 |
9.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$393 - $481 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,406 - $2,940 |
7.9% |
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 $13,002 - $15,892, which is about 42.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,002 - $15,892 |
42.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,126 - $2,598 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,136 - $5,055 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,234 - $6,397 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,508 - $1,843 |
4.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,291 - $2,801. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,291 - $2,801 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$412 - $504 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$220 - $268 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$531 - $649 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$502 - $614 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$351 - $429 |
1.1% |
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 $734 - $897.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$734 - $897 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$345 - $421 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$175 - $213 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $612 - $748. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$612 - $748 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$47 - $57 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$163 - $199 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $753 - $921, which is about 2.5% 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 $448 - $548, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,519 - $5,523 |
14.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,317 - $4,055 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$753 - $921 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$448 - $548 |
1.5% |
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 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $698 - $853.
| Other Events Cost |
$698 - $853 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$698 - $853 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$379 - $463 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Iowa City IA spend between $2,394 - $2,926 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Iowa City IA with 125 guests spend between $2,061 - $2,519 on wedding photography, which is about 6.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,394 - $2,926 |
7.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$333 - $407 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,061 - $2,519 |
6.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $666 - $814.
| Transportation Cost |
$666 - $814 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$666 - $814 |
2.2% |