For a wedding with 38 guests in the Iowa City IA, the estimated total cost is around $15,957 - $19,503. 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 $467. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $15,957 - $19,503.
The average wedding cost in Iowa City IA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $15,957 - $19,503 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Iowa City IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $197 - $241. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $209 - $255.
In Iowa City IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,183 - $1,445. This represents about 7.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,677 - $2,049 |
10.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$197 - $241 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$88 - $108 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$209 - $255 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,183 - $1,445 |
7.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Iowa City IA is $117 - $143. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$117 - $143 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$117 - $143 |
0.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Iowa City IA is $208 - $254. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$208 - $254 |
1.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$70 - $86 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Iowa City IA, you should budget approximately $4,169 - $5,095, which is about 26.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,169 - $5,095 |
26.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,124 - $1,374 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,637 - $3,223 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$408 - $498 |
2.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,387 - $1,695. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,387 - $1,695 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$457 - $559 |
2.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $248 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$581 - $710 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$147 - $179 |
0.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $94 - $114.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$94 - $114 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$94 - $114 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $138 - $168. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$138 - $168 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$14 - $18 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$51 - $63 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $671 - $820, which is about 4.2% 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 $400 - $488, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,021 - $4,915 |
25.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,951 - $3,607 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$671 - $820 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$400 - $488 |
2.5% |
Officiant
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 |
1.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$236 - $288 |
1.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $689 - $842.
| Other Events Cost |
$689 - $842 |
4.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$689 - $842 |
4.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$379 - $463 |
2.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Iowa City IA spend between $2,844 - $3,476 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Iowa City IA with 38 guests spend between $2,529 - $3,091 on wedding photography, which is about 15.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,844 - $3,476 |
17.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$315 - $385 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,529 - $3,091 |
15.8% |