For a wedding with 250 guests in the Cedar Rapids IA, the estimated total cost is around $38,639 - $47,225. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cedar Rapids IA is approximately $172. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,639 - $47,225.
The average wedding cost in Cedar Rapids IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,639 - $47,225 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Iowa City IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $185 - $226. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$270 - $330 |
0.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$185 - $226 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Cedar Rapids IA is $951 - $1,163. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cedar Rapids IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$951 - $1,163 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$951 - $1,163 |
2.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cedar Rapids IA is $228 - $278. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$228 - $278 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,050 - $1,284, which is 2.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cedar Rapids IA area is $1,050 - $1,284.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,050 - $1,284 |
2.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,050 - $1,284 |
2.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Cedar Rapids IA, you should budget approximately $27,059 - $33,073, which is about 70.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,059 - $33,073 |
70.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,114 - $6,250 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,858 - $12,048 |
25.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,447 - $10,325 |
21.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,641 - $4,450 |
9.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,958 - $4,838. This accounts for roughly 10.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,958 - $4,838 |
10.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$481 - $587 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$218 - $266 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$663 - $811 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$640 - $782 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,193 - $1,459 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$763 - $933 |
2.0% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $958 - $1,170.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$958 - $1,170 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$829 - $1,013 |
2.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,706 - $2,085. This is approximately 4.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,706 - $2,085 |
4.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$281 - $343 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$418 - $510 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$239 - $293 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $623 - $761, which is about 1.6% 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 $378 - $462, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,001 - $1,223 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$623 - $761 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$378 - $462 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $773 - $945.
| Other Events Cost |
$773 - $945 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$773 - $945 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$380 - $464 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$380 - $464 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Cedar Rapids IA spend between $305 - $373 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$305 - $373 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$305 - $373 |
0.8% |