For a wedding with 250 guests in the Des Moines IA, the estimated total cost is around $61,634 - $75,330. 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 $274. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,634 - $75,330.
The average wedding cost in Des Moines IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,634 - $75,330 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Granger IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $514 - $628. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $554 - $678.
In Granger IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,065 - $3,746. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,365 - $5,335 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$514 - $628 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$232 - $284 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$554 - $678 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,065 - $3,746 |
5.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Des Moines IA is $1,009 - $1,233. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,009 - $1,233 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,009 - $1,233 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Des Moines IA is $270 - $330. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$270 - $330 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,074 - $2,534, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Des Moines IA area is $1,437 - $1,757.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,074 - $2,534 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,437 - $1,757 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$636 - $778 |
1.0% |
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 Des Moines IA, you should budget approximately $31,421 - $38,403, which is about 51.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,421 - $38,403 |
51.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,601 - $6,845 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,874 - $13,290 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,998 - $13,442 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,948 - $4,826 |
6.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,748 - $5,804. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,748 - $5,804 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$591 - $723 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$264 - $322 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$851 - $1,041 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,274 - $1,558 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$815 - $996 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,264 - $2,768. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,264 - $2,768 |
3.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$386 - $472 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$179 - $219 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$589 - $719 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$237 - $289 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$344 - $420 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$259 - $317 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$271 - $331 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,686 - $2,060, which is about 2.7% 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 $1,016 - $1,242, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,067 - $12,304 |
16.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,365 - $9,001 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,686 - $2,060 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,016 - $1,242 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Des Moines IA area is $248 - $304. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $304 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $304 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,043 - $1,275.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,043 - $1,275 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,043 - $1,275 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$398 - $486 |
0.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Des Moines IA spend between $3,727 - $4,555 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Moines IA with 250 guests spend between $3,318 - $4,056 on wedding photography, which is about 5.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,727 - $4,555 |
6.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$409 - $499 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,318 - $4,056 |
5.4% |