For a wedding with 250 guests in the Des Moines IA, the estimated total cost is around $51,260 - $62,651. 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 $228. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,260 - $62,651.
The average wedding cost in Des Moines IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,260 - $62,651 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $158 - $193.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$224 - $274 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$67 - $81 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Des Moines IA is $1,012 - $1,236. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,012 - $1,236 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,012 - $1,236 |
2.0% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,222 - $6,382, which is 10.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Des Moines IA area is $1,283 - $1,568.
For a live band, couples in Des Moines IA typically budget around $3,387 - $4,139 which is 6.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,222 - $6,382 |
10.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,283 - $1,568 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$553 - $675 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,387 - $4,139 |
6.6% |
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 Des Moines IA, you should budget approximately $31,075 - $37,981, which is about 60.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,075 - $37,981 |
60.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,559 - $6,795 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,813 - $13,215 |
21.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,761 - $13,153 |
21.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,942 - $4,818 |
7.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,033 - $3,707. This accounts for roughly 5.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,033 - $3,707 |
5.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$738 - $902 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,275 - $1,559 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$790 - $966 |
1.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,850 - $2,262. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,850 - $2,262 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$290 - $354 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$479 - $585 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$279 - $341 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$259 - $317 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$209 - $255 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $555 - $679, which is about 1.1% 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 Partner 2) is estimated at $330 - $404, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$886 - $1,082 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$555 - $679 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$330 - $404 |
0.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Des Moines IA spend between $4,716 - $5,764 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Moines IA with 250 guests spend between $3,536 - $4,322 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,716 - $5,764 |
9.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$292 - $356 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$404 - $494 |
0.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$484 - $592 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,536 - $4,322 |
6.9% |