For a wedding with 250 guests in the Monticello IA, the estimated total cost is around $41,290 - $50,466. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Monticello IA is approximately $184. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,290 - $50,466.
The average wedding cost in Monticello IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,290 - $50,466 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Cedar Rapids IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $220 - $268. 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 $237 - $289.
In Cedar Rapids IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,309 - $1,599. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,865 - $2,279 |
4.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$220 - $268 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$237 - $289 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,309 - $1,599 |
3.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cedar Rapids IA is $54 - $66. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,446 - $2,990, which is 5.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Monticello IA area is $1,043 - $1,275.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,446 - $2,990 |
5.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,043 - $1,275 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$462 - $564 |
1.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$941 - $1,151 |
2.3% |
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 Monticello IA, you should budget approximately $21,126 - $25,820, which is about 51.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,126 - $25,820 |
51.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,519 - $11,635 |
23.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,150 - $9,961 |
19.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,457 - $4,225 |
8.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,699 - $4,521. This accounts for roughly 9.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,699 - $4,521 |
9.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$475 - $581 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $260 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$618 - $756 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,110 - $1,356 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$709 - $867 |
1.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,401 - $1,713.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,401 - $1,713 |
3.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$790 - $966 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$380 - $464 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,412 - $1,726. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,412 - $1,726 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$231 - $283 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$354 - $432 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$192 - $234 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$207 - $253 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$158 - $193 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$163 - $199 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $750 - $916, 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 $451 - $551, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,685 - $5,726 |
11.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,273 - $4,001 |
7.9% |
|
Necklace
|
$211 - $257 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$750 - $916 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$451 - $551 |
1.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Monticello IA area is $238 - $290. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$238 - $290 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$238 - $290 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $757 - $925.
| Other Events Cost |
$757 - $925 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$757 - $925 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Monticello IA spend between $3,227 - $3,945 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Monticello IA with 250 guests spend between $2,900 - $3,544 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,227 - $3,945 |
7.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$328 - $400 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,900 - $3,544 |
7.0% |