For a wedding with 75 guests in the Des Moines IA, the estimated total cost is around $18,932 - $23,140. 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 $280. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $18,932 - $23,140.
The average wedding cost in Des Moines IA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $18,932 - $23,140 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Blairsburg IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $103 - $125. 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 $106 - $130.
In Blairsburg IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $584 - $714. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$841 - $1,027 |
4.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$103 - $125 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$48 - $58 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$106 - $130 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$584 - $714 |
3.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Des Moines IA is $245 - $299. 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 |
$245 - $299 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$245 - $299 |
1.3% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Des Moines IA is $251 - $307. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$251 - $307 |
1.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,701 - $2,079, which is 9.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Des Moines IA area is $1,176 - $1,438.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,701 - $2,079 |
9.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,176 - $1,438 |
6.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$525 - $641 |
2.8% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Des Moines IA, you should budget approximately $5,954 - $7,277, which is about 31.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$5,954 - $7,277 |
31.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,352 - $1,652 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,586 - $3,160 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$2,016 - $2,464 |
10.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,265 - $2,769. This accounts for roughly 12.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,265 - $2,769 |
12.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$492 - $602 |
2.6% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$226 - $276 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$532 - $650 |
2.8% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$412 - $504 |
2.2% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$603 - $737 |
3.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $564 - $690.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$564 - $690 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$81 - $99 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$113 - $138 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$222 - $272 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$149 - $182 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $720 - $880. This is approximately 3.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$720 - $880 |
3.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$90 - $110 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$81 - $99 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$42 - $52 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$141 - $173 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$72 - $88 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$88 - $108 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$80 - $98 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$61 - $75 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$64 - $78 |
0.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Blairsburg IA spend between $6,392 - $7,812 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 33.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Moines IA with 75 guests spend between $2,722 - $3,326 on wedding photography, which is about 14.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Des Moines IA is $2,077 - $2,539. This makes up a portion of your (11.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,392 - $7,812 |
33.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$288 - $352 |
1.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$401 - $491 |
2.1% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$322 - $394 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$581 - $711 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,722 - $3,326 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,077 - $2,539 |
11.0% |