For a wedding with 75 guests in the Des Moines IA, the estimated total cost is around $20,995 - $25,661. 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 $311. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $20,995 - $25,661.
The average wedding cost in Des Moines IA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $20,995 - $25,661 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 $220 - $268. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $237 - $289.
In Des Moines IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,294 - $1,582. This represents about 6.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,852 - $2,264 |
8.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$220 - $268 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$102 - $124 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$237 - $289 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,294 - $1,582 |
6.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Des Moines IA is $231 - $283. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$231 - $283 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Des Moines IA, you should budget approximately $7,757 - $9,481, which is about 36.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,757 - $9,481 |
36.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,156 - $1,412 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,228 - $2,724 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,373 - $5,345 |
20.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,009 - $2,455. This accounts for roughly 9.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,009 - $2,455 |
9.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$491 - $600 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$222 - $272 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$152 - $186 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$654 - $800 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$280 - $342 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$210 - $256 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $187 - $229.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$187 - $229 |
0.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$187 - $229 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $261 - $319. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$261 - $319 |
1.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$30 - $36 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$48 - $58 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$43 - $53 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$45 - $55 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $722 - $882, which is about 3.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,385 - $5,359 |
20.9% |
|
Bracelet
|
$162 - $198 |
0.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$161 - $197 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,134 - $3,830 |
14.9% |
|
Necklace
|
$206 - $252 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$722 - $882 |
3.4% |
On average, couples in Des Moines IA spend between $4,313 - $5,271 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Moines IA with 75 guests spend between $3,058 - $3,738 on wedding photography, which is about 14.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,313 - $5,271 |
20.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$410 - $502 |
2.0% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$307 - $375 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$537 - $657 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,058 - $3,738 |
14.6% |