For a wedding with 175 guests in the Des Moines IA, the estimated total cost is around $37,058 - $45,294. 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 $235. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,058 - $45,294.
The average wedding cost in Des Moines IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,058 - $45,294 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Ames IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $182 - $222. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $193 - $235.
In Ames IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,090 - $1,332. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,464 - $1,790 |
4.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$182 - $222 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$193 - $235 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,090 - $1,332 |
2.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Des Moines IA is $608 - $744. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Des Moines IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$608 - $744 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$608 - $744 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Des Moines IA is $243 - $297. 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 |
$243 - $297 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,353 - $4,098, which is 9.0% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Des Moines IA typically budget around $2,882 - $3,522 which is 7.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,353 - $4,098 |
9.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$471 - $575 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,882 - $3,522 |
7.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Des Moines IA, you should budget approximately $18,673 - $22,823, which is about 50.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,673 - $22,823 |
50.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,208 - $3,920 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,238 - $7,624 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,953 - $8,499 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,274 - $2,780 |
6.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,426 - $2,965. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,426 - $2,965 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$529 - $647 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$659 - $805 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$768 - $938 |
2.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $935 - $1,143. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$935 - $1,143 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$168 - $206 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$277 - $339 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $665 - $813, which is about 1.8% 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 $395 - $483, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,122 - $5,038 |
11.1% |
|
Earrings
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,926 - $3,576 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$665 - $813 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$395 - $483 |
1.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Des Moines IA area is $249 - $305. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Des Moines IA spend between $4,583 - $5,601 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Moines IA with 175 guests spend between $2,470 - $3,018 on wedding photography, which is about 6.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Des Moines IA is $1,808 - $2,210. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,583 - $5,601 |
12.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$305 - $373 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,470 - $3,018 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,808 - $2,210 |
4.9% |