For a wedding with 125 guests in the Cedar Falls IA, the estimated total cost is around $27,943 - $34,153. 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 Falls IA is approximately $248. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $27,943 - $34,153.
The average wedding cost in Cedar Falls IA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $27,943 - $34,153 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cedar Falls IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $231 - $283. 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 $248 - $304.
In Cedar Falls IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,375 - $1,681. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,959 - $2,395 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$231 - $283 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $128 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$248 - $304 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,375 - $1,681 |
4.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Cedar Falls IA is $392 - $479. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$392 - $479 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$392 - $479 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cedar Falls IA is $214 - $262. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$214 - $262 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$72 - $88 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,526 - $1,865, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cedar Falls IA area is $1,058 - $1,293.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,526 - $1,865 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,058 - $1,293 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$468 - $572 |
1.7% |
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 $13,814 - $16,884, which is about 49.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,814 - $16,884 |
49.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,110 - $2,578 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,097 - $5,007 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,121 - $7,481 |
21.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,487 - $1,817 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,366 - $2,892. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,366 - $2,892 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$453 - $553 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $248 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$262 - $320 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$638 - $780 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$495 - $605 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$316 - $386 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $747 - $913.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$747 - $913 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$100 - $122 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$135 - $165 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$339 - $415 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$173 - $211 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $691 - $845. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$691 - $845 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$105 - $129 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$176 - $216 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $773 - $945, which is about 2.8% 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 $465 - $569, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,238 - $1,514 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$773 - $945 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$465 - $569 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cedar Falls IA area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $768 - $938.
| Other Events Cost |
$768 - $938 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$768 - $938 |
2.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Cedar Falls IA spend between $3,605 - $4,407 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cedar Falls IA with 125 guests spend between $2,443 - $2,985 on wedding photography, which is about 8.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,605 - $4,407 |
12.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$332 - $406 |
1.2% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$301 - $367 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$530 - $648 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,443 - $2,985 |
8.7% |