For a wedding with 250 guests in the Des Moines IA, the estimated total cost is around $47,309 - $57,823. 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 $210. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,309 - $57,823.
The average wedding cost in Des Moines IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,309 - $57,823 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Des Moines IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $259 - $317. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $280 - $342.
In Des Moines IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,529 - $1,869. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,189 - $2,675 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$259 - $317 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$280 - $342 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,529 - $1,869 |
3.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Des Moines IA is $253 - $309. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,886 - $2,305, which is 4.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Des Moines IA area is $1,307 - $1,597.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,886 - $2,305 |
4.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,307 - $1,597 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$579 - $707 |
1.2% |
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 $33,467 - $40,904, which is about 70.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$33,467 - $40,904 |
70.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,494 - $6,714 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,591 - $12,945 |
22.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,471 - $16,465 |
28.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,911 - $4,780 |
8.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $760 - $928. This accounts for roughly 1.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$760 - $928 |
1.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$522 - $638 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$238 - $290 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $509 - $623.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$509 - $623 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$509 - $623 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,906 - $2,330. This is approximately 4.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,906 - $2,330 |
4.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$320 - $391 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$475 - $581 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$284 - $347 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$215 - $263 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$224 - $274 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $889 - $1,087, which is about 1.9% 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 $540 - $660, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,429 - $1,747 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$889 - $1,087 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$540 - $660 |
1.1% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $304 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $962 - $1,176.
| Other Events Cost |
$962 - $1,176 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$962 - $1,176 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$397 - $485 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$397 - $485 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Des Moines IA spend between $3,304 - $4,038 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Moines IA with 250 guests spend between $2,969 - $3,629 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,304 - $4,038 |
7.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$335 - $409 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,969 - $3,629 |
6.3% |