For a wedding with 250 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $46,534 - $56,874. 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 $207. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,534 - $56,874.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,534 - $56,874 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Windsor Heights IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $356 - $435. 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 $367 - $449.
In Windsor Heights IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,021 - $2,471. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,910 - $3,556 |
6.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$356 - $435 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$166 - $202 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$367 - $449 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,021 - $2,471 |
4.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Windsor Heights IA is $1,040 - $1,272. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Windsor Heights IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,040 - $1,272 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,040 - $1,272 |
2.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Windsor Heights IA is $230 - $282. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$230 - $282 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,508 - $1,843, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Windsor Heights IA area is $1,042 - $1,274.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,508 - $1,843 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,042 - $1,274 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$465 - $569 |
1.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Windsor Heights IA, you should budget approximately $19,610 - $23,968, which is about 42.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,610 - $23,968 |
42.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,291 - $13,801 |
24.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,319 - $10,167 |
17.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,011 - $7,347. This accounts for roughly 12.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,011 - $7,347 |
12.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$442 - $540 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $248 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,058 - $1,293 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,427 - $2,967 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,882 - $2,300 |
4.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,278 - $1,562.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,278 - $1,562 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$179 - $219 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$969 - $1,185 |
2.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,229 - $3,947. This is approximately 6.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,229 - $3,947 |
6.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$536 - $655 |
1.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$249 - $305 |
0.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$839 - $1,025 |
1.8% |
|
Postage
|
$383 - $469 |
0.8% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$474 - $580 |
1.0% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$365 - $447 |
0.8% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$383 - $468 |
0.8% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,103 - $1,348, which is about 2.4% 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 Partner 2) is estimated at $696 - $850, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,627 - $3,211 |
5.6% |
|
Bracelet
|
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$252 - $308 |
0.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$322 - $394 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,103 - $1,348 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$696 - $850 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Windsor Heights IA area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $772 - $944.
| Other Events Cost |
$772 - $944 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$772 - $944 |
1.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Windsor Heights IA spend between $5,544 - $6,776 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Windsor Heights IA with 250 guests spend between $2,696 - $3,295 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Windsor Heights IA is $2,058 - $2,516. This makes up a portion of your (4.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,544 - $6,776 |
11.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$382 - $466 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$409 - $499 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,696 - $3,295 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,058 - $2,516 |
4.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Windsor Heights IA is estimated to be $1,534 - $1,874. This service accounts for 3.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,534 - $1,874 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,534 - $1,874 |
3.3% |