For a wedding with 75 guests in the Des Moines, IA, the estimated total cost is around $14,543 - $17,775. 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 $215. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $14,543 - $17,775.
The average wedding cost in Des Moines, IA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $14,543 - $17,775 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In West Des Moines IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $201 - $245. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
In West Des Moines IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,337 - $1,634. This represents about 9.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,632 - $1,994 |
11.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$201 - $245 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$95 - $116 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,337 - $1,634 |
9.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in West Des Moines IA is $101 - $123. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$101 - $123 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$61 - $75 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$40 - $48 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $768 - $938, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Des Moines, IA area is $768 - $938.
| Entertainment Cost |
$768 - $938 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$768 - $938 |
5.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,246 - $1,522. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,246 - $1,522 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$315 - $385 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$141 - $173 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$379 - $463 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$266 - $325 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$145 - $177 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $163 - $199.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$163 - $199 |
1.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$163 - $199 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $117 - $143. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$117 - $143 |
0.8% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$62 - $76 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$30 - $36 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $633 - $773, which is about 4.4% 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 HIM) is estimated at $374 - $458, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,007 - $1,231 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$633 - $773 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$374 - $458 |
2.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in West Des Moines IA spend between $1,705 - $2,083 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Moines, IA with 75 guests spend between $1,705 - $2,083 on wedding photography, which is about 11.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,705 - $2,083 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,705 - $2,083 |
11.7% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$7,806 - $9,540 |
53.7% |