For a wedding with 125 guests in the Iowa City, the estimated total cost is around $32,982 - $40,312. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Iowa City is approximately $293. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,982 - $40,312.
The average wedding cost in Iowa City is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,982 - $40,312 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 $266 - $326. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $287 - $351.
In Iowa City IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,571 - $1,920. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,247 - $2,747 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$266 - $326 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$287 - $351 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,571 - $1,920 |
4.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Iowa City is $438 - $536. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Iowa City area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$438 - $536 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$438 - $536 |
1.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,483 - $1,813, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Iowa City area is $1,028 - $1,256.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,483 - $1,813 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,028 - $1,256 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$455 - $557 |
1.4% |
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, you should budget approximately $15,576 - $19,038, which is about 47.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,576 - $19,038 |
47.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,263 - $2,765 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,361 - $5,331 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,341 - $8,973 |
22.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,611 - $1,969 |
4.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,499 - $3,055. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,499 - $3,055 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$457 - $559 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$207 - $253 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$638 - $780 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$550 - $672 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$352 - $430 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $653 - $798. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$653 - $798 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$185 - $227 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $843 - $1,031, which is about 2.6% 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 $512 - $626, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,016 - $6,130 |
15.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,660 - $4,474 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$843 - $1,031 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$512 - $626 |
1.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$376 - $460 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Iowa City IA spend between $2,675 - $3,269 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Iowa City with 125 guests spend between $2,337 - $2,857 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,675 - $3,269 |
8.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$338 - $413 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,337 - $2,857 |
7.1% |
