For a wedding with 250 guests in the Iowa City IA, the estimated total cost is around $46,235 - $56,509. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Iowa City IA is approximately $205. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,235 - $56,509.
The average wedding cost in Iowa City IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,235 - $56,509 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Iowa City IA is $958 - $1,170. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Iowa City IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$958 - $1,170 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$958 - $1,170 |
2.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,053 - $1,287, which is 2.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Iowa City IA area is $1,053 - $1,287.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,053 - $1,287 |
2.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,053 - $1,287 |
2.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Iowa City IA, you should budget approximately $29,771 - $36,387, which is about 64.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,771 - $36,387 |
64.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,223 - $6,383 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,067 - $12,304 |
21.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,765 - $13,157 |
23.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,717 - $4,543 |
8.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,913 - $4,783. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,913 - $4,783 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$457 - $559 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$207 - $253 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$652 - $796 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$627 - $767 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,202 - $1,469 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$769 - $939 |
1.7% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,076 - $1,315, 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 $652 - $796, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,394 - $7,814 |
13.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,667 - $5,704 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,076 - $1,315 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$652 - $796 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Iowa City IA area is $236 - $288. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$236 - $288 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$236 - $288 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $776 - $948.
| Other Events Cost |
$776 - $948 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$776 - $948 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$376 - $460 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$376 - $460 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Iowa City IA spend between $2,759 - $3,372 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Iowa City IA with 250 guests spend between $2,394 - $2,926 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,759 - $3,372 |
6.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$365 - $446 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,394 - $2,926 |
5.2% |