For a wedding with 38 guests in the Des Moines IA, the estimated total cost is around $12,804 - $15,650. 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 $374. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $12,804 - $15,650.
The average wedding cost in Des Moines IA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $12,804 - $15,650 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Johnston IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $293 - $358. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $347 - $425.
In Johnston IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,009 - $2,455. This represents about 15.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,786 - $3,405 |
21.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$293 - $358 |
2.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$137 - $167 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$347 - $425 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,009 - $2,455 |
15.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Johnston IA is $216 - $264. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$216 - $264 |
1.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.7% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$70 - $86 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $73 |
0.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,274 - $1,557, which is 9.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Des Moines IA area is $929 - $1,135.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,274 - $1,557 |
9.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$929 - $1,135 |
7.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$345 - $421 |
2.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,338 - $1,636. This accounts for roughly 10.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,338 - $1,636 |
10.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$421 - $515 |
3.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$189 - $231 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$546 - $668 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$182 - $222 |
1.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $168 - $206.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$168 - $206 |
1.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$120 - $146 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$49 - $59 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $98 - $120. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$98 - $120 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$14 - $17 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$48 - $58 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$20 - $24 |
0.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Johnston IA spend between $2,062 - $2,520 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Moines IA with 38 guests spend between $2,062 - $2,520 on wedding photography, which is about 16.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,062 - $2,520 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,062 - $2,520 |
16.1% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$4,863 - $5,943 |
38.0% |