For a wedding with 125 guests in the Cedar Falls IA, the estimated total cost is around $25,981 - $31,755. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cedar Falls IA is approximately $231. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,981 - $31,755.
The average wedding cost in Cedar Falls IA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,981 - $31,755 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Dexter IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $328 - $400. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $353 - $431.
In Dexter IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,931 - $2,360. This represents about 7.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,763 - $3,377 |
10.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$328 - $400 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$152 - $186 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$353 - $431 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,931 - $2,360 |
7.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Cedar Falls IA is $448 - $548. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cedar Falls IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$448 - $548 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$448 - $548 |
1.7% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,208 - $1,476, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cedar Falls IA area is $1,208 - $1,476.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,208 - $1,476 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,208 - $1,476 |
4.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Cedar Falls IA, you should budget approximately $15,314 - $18,718, which is about 58.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,314 - $18,718 |
58.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,470 - $3,018 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,761 - $5,819 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,326 - $7,732 |
24.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,758 - $2,148 |
6.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,634 - $1,997. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,634 - $1,997 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$489 - $597 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$222 - $272 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$563 - $688 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$360 - $440 |
1.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $401 - $490. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$401 - $490 |
1.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$157 - $191 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,107 - $1,353, which is about 4.3% 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 $671 - $821, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,778 - $2,174 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,107 - $1,353 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$671 - $821 |
2.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $468 |
1.5% |
