For a wedding with 250 guests in the Clive IA, the estimated total cost is around $51,900 - $63,434. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Clive IA is approximately $231. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,900 - $63,434.
The average wedding cost in Clive IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,900 - $63,434 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Clive IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $325 - $397. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $349 - $427.
In Clive IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,935 - $2,365. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,756 - $3,368 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$325 - $397 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$349 - $427 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,935 - $2,365 |
3.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Clive IA is $864 - $1,056. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Clive IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$864 - $1,056 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$864 - $1,056 |
1.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Clive IA is $252 - $308. 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 |
$252 - $308 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,683 - $2,057, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Clive IA area is $1,166 - $1,426.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,683 - $2,057 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,166 - $1,426 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$517 - $631 |
1.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Clive IA, you should budget approximately $26,561 - $32,463, which is about 51.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,561 - $32,463 |
51.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,839 - $5,915 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,395 - $11,483 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,915 - $10,897 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,411 - $4,169 |
6.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,857 - $4,715. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,857 - $4,715 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$524 - $640 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$691 - $845 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,092 - $1,334 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$698 - $853 |
1.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,455 - $1,779.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,455 - $1,779 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$780 - $954 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$410 - $501 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,502 - $1,836. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,502 - $1,836 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$250 - $306 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$382 - $466 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$189 - $231 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$224 - $274 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$176 - $215 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,077 - $1,317, which is about 2.1% 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 $649 - $793, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,433 - $7,863 |
12.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,707 - $5,753 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,077 - $1,317 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$649 - $793 |
1.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Clive 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% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $847 - $1,035.
| Other Events Cost |
$847 - $1,035 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$847 - $1,035 |
1.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$398 - $486 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Clive IA spend between $3,069 - $3,751 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Clive IA with 250 guests spend between $2,693 - $3,291 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,069 - $3,751 |
5.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$376 - $460 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,693 - $3,291 |
5.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,975 - $2,413 |
3.8% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$1,975 - $2,413 |
3.8% |