For a wedding with 125 guests in the Cedar Rapids IA, the estimated total cost is around $41,262 - $50,432. 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 $367. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,262 - $50,432.
The average wedding cost in Cedar Rapids IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,262 - $50,432 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Marion IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $293 - $359. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $315 - $385.
In Marion IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,747 - $2,135. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,488 - $3,040 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$293 - $359 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$315 - $385 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,747 - $2,135 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Cedar Rapids IA is $444 - $542. 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 - $4 per slice.
Bakery Cost |
$444 - $542 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$444 - $542 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cedar Rapids IA is $250 - $306. 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 |
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,674 - $2,046, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cedar Rapids IA area is $1,160 - $1,418.
Entertainment Cost |
$1,674 - $2,046 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,160 - $1,418 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$514 - $628 |
1.2% |
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 Rapids IA, you should budget approximately $15,818 - $19,334, which is about 38.3% of your total budget.
Event Venue Cost |
$15,818 - $19,334 |
38.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,339 - $2,859 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,541 - $5,551 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,289 - $8,909 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,649 - $2,015 |
4.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,712 - $3,314. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,712 - $3,314 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$547 - $669 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$244 - $298 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$290 - $354 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$713 - $871 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$560 - $684 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$358 - $438 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $811 - $991.
Gifts & Favors Cost |
$811 - $991 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$377 - $461 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$192 - $234 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $690 - $844. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
Invitations Cost |
$690 - $844 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $950 - $1,161, which is about 2.3% 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 $572 - $700, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
Jewelry Cost |
$6,352 - $7,764 |
15.4% |
|
Bracelet
|
$210 - $256 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$208 - $254 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,146 - $5,068 |
10.0% |
|
Necklace
|
$266 - $326 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$950 - $1,161 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$572 - $700 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cedar Rapids 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% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $842 - $1,030.
Other Events Cost |
$842 - $1,030 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$842 - $1,030 |
2.0% |
Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$381 - $465 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Cedar Rapids IA spend between $6,175 - $7,547 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cedar Rapids IA with 125 guests spend between $2,680 - $3,276 on wedding photography, which is about 6.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Cedar Rapids IA is $2,055 - $2,511. This makes up a portion of your (5.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
Photography & Video Cost |
$6,175 - $7,547 |
15.0% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$272 - $332 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
0.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$298 - $364 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$527 - $644 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,680 - $3,276 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,055 - $2,511 |
5.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Cedar Rapids IA is estimated to be $1,774 - $2,168. This service accounts for 4.3% of your total budget.
Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,774 - $2,168 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,774 - $2,168 |
4.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $614 - $750.
Transportation Cost |
$614 - $750 |
1.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$614 - $750 |
1.5% |