For a wedding with 125 guests in the Des Moines IA, the estimated total cost is around $29,359 - $35,883. 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 $261. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,359 - $35,883.
The average wedding cost in Des Moines IA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,359 - $35,883 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Indianola IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $233 - $285. 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 Indianola IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,400 - $1,712. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,986 - $2,428 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$233 - $285 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $128 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$248 - $304 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,400 - $1,712 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Des Moines IA is $396 - $484. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Des Moines IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$396 - $484 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$396 - $484 |
1.3% |
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 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$231 - $283 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,485 - $1,815, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Des Moines IA area is $1,038 - $1,268.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,485 - $1,815 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,038 - $1,268 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$447 - $547 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Des Moines IA, you should budget approximately $15,359 - $18,772, which is about 52.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,359 - $18,772 |
52.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,077 - $2,539 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,039 - $4,937 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,770 - $9,496 |
26.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,472 - $1,800 |
5.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,423 - $2,961. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,423 - $2,961 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$496 - $606 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $271 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$273 - $333 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$624 - $762 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$500 - $611 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$310 - $378 |
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 $730 - $892.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$730 - $892 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$337 - $411 |
1.1% |
|
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 $602 - $736. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$602 - $736 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$46 - $56 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$76 - $92 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $806 - $986, which is about 2.7% 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 $480 - $586, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,286 - $1,572 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$806 - $986 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$480 - $586 |
1.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $794 - $970.
| Other Events Cost |
$794 - $970 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$794 - $970 |
2.7% |
On average, couples in Des Moines IA spend between $4,067 - $4,971 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Moines IA with 125 guests spend between $2,348 - $2,870 on wedding photography, which is about 8.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Des Moines IA is $1,719 - $2,101. This makes up a portion of your (5.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,067 - $4,971 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,348 - $2,870 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,719 - $2,101 |
5.9% |