For a wedding with 75 guests in the Des Moines IA, the estimated total cost is around $18,730 - $22,892. 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 $277. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $18,730 - $22,892.
The average wedding cost in Des Moines IA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $18,730 - $22,892 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 $137 - $167. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $142 - $174.
In Des Moines IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $780 - $954. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,123 - $1,373 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$137 - $167 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$64 - $78 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$142 - $174 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$780 - $954 |
4.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Des Moines IA is $242 - $296. 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 |
$242 - $296 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$242 - $296 |
1.3% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Des Moines IA is $104 - $128. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$104 - $128 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,674 - $2,046, which is 8.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Des Moines IA area is $1,157 - $1,415.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,674 - $2,046 |
8.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,157 - $1,415 |
6.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$517 - $631 |
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 $5,874 - $7,180, which is about 31.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$5,874 - $7,180 |
31.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,334 - $1,630 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,552 - $3,119 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$1,989 - $2,431 |
10.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,248 - $2,748. This accounts for roughly 12.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,248 - $2,748 |
12.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$492 - $602 |
2.6% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$226 - $276 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$526 - $642 |
2.8% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$408 - $498 |
2.2% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$597 - $729 |
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 $558 - $682.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$558 - $682 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$91 - $111 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$126 - $154 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$220 - $268 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$122 - $149 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $589 - $719. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$589 - $719 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$74 - $90 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$67 - $81 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$34 - $42 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$58 - $70 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$72 - $88 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$66 - $80 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$50 - $62 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$52 - $64 |
0.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Des Moines IA spend between $6,317 - $7,721 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 33.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Moines IA with 75 guests spend between $2,679 - $3,275 on wedding photography, which is about 14.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Des Moines IA is $2,045 - $2,499. This makes up a portion of your (10.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,317 - $7,721 |
33.7% |
|
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
|
$2,679 - $3,275 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,045 - $2,499 |
10.9% |