For a wedding with 250 guests in the Cedar Falls IA, the estimated total cost is around $55,776 - $68,170. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cedar Falls IA is approximately $248. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $55,776 - $68,170.
The average wedding cost in Cedar Falls IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $55,776 - $68,170 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cedar Falls IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $244 - $298. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $263 - $321.
In Cedar Falls IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,437 - $1,757. This represents about 2.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,944 - $2,376 |
3.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$244 - $298 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$263 - $321 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,437 - $1,757 |
2.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Cedar Falls IA is $923 - $1,129. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cedar Falls IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$923 - $1,129 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$923 - $1,129 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cedar Falls IA is $176 - $215. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$176 - $215 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,518 - $3,078, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cedar Falls IA area is $1,074 - $1,312.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,518 - $3,078 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,074 - $1,312 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$476 - $582 |
0.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$968 - $1,184 |
1.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Cedar Falls IA, you should budget approximately $29,612 - $36,192, which is about 53.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,612 - $36,192 |
53.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,113 - $6,249 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,856 - $12,046 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,003 - $13,449 |
19.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,640 - $4,448 |
6.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,825 - $4,675. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,825 - $4,675 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$464 - $568 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $259 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$622 - $760 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$629 - $769 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,157 - $1,415 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$741 - $905 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,353 - $1,653.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,353 - $1,653 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$828 - $1,012 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$420 - $514 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,839 - $2,247. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,839 - $2,247 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$264 - $322 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$392 - $480 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$208 - $254 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$257 - $314 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$234 - $286 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$177 - $217 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$185 - $226 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $821 - $1,003, which is about 1.5% 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 $498 - $608, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,883 - $5,969 |
8.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,565 - $4,357 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$821 - $1,003 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$498 - $608 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cedar Falls IA area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $791 - $967.
| Other Events Cost |
$791 - $967 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$791 - $967 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $468 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $468 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Cedar Falls IA spend between $5,717 - $6,987 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cedar Falls IA with 250 guests spend between $2,441 - $2,983 on wedding photography, which is about 4.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Cedar Falls IA is $1,855 - $2,267. This makes up a portion of your (3.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,717 - $6,987 |
10.2% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$272 - $332 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$335 - $409 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$296 - $362 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$518 - $634 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,441 - $2,983 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,855 - $2,267 |
3.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,573 - $1,923.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,573 - $1,923 |
2.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,573 - $1,923 |
2.8% |