For a wedding with 125 guests in the Des Moines IA, the estimated total cost is around $20,096 - $24,562. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Des Moines IA is approximately $179. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $20,096 - $24,562.
The average wedding cost in Des Moines IA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $20,096 - $24,562 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Des Moines IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $184 - $224. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $175 - $213.
In Des Moines IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,009 - $1,233. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,454 - $1,777 |
7.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$184 - $224 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$86 - $106 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$175 - $213 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,009 - $1,233 |
5.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,783 - $2,179. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,783 - $2,179 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$401 - $490 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$483 - $591 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$581 - $711 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$318 - $388 |
1.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $467 - $571. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$467 - $571 |
2.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $62 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$182 - $222 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$91 - $111 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$70 - $86 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $614 - $750, which is about 3.1% 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 $363 - $443, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$977 - $1,194 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$614 - $750 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$363 - $443 |
1.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Des Moines IA spend between $1,820 - $2,224 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Moines IA with 125 guests spend between $1,488 - $1,818 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,820 - $2,224 |
9.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$332 - $406 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,488 - $1,818 |
7.4% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$13,170 - $16,096 |
65.5% |