For a wedding with 125 guests in the Ames IA, the estimated total cost is around $30,827 - $37,677. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Ames IA is approximately $274. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,827 - $37,677.
The average wedding cost in Ames IA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,827 - $37,677 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cambridge IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $264 - $322. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $284 - $348.
In Cambridge IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,574 - $1,924. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,241 - $2,739 |
7.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$264 - $322 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$119 - $145 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$284 - $348 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,574 - $1,924 |
5.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Ames IA is $401 - $490. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Ames IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$401 - $490 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$401 - $490 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Ames IA is $210 - $256. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$210 - $256 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,378 - $1,684, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Ames IA area is $955 - $1,167.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,378 - $1,684 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$955 - $1,167 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$423 - $517 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Ames IA, you should budget approximately $13,172 - $16,100, which is about 42.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,172 - $16,100 |
42.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,151 - $2,629 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,177 - $5,105 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,328 - $6,512 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,517 - $1,854 |
4.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,388 - $2,918. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,388 - $2,918 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$433 - $529 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$194 - $237 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$356 - $436 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$576 - $704 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$506 - $618 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$323 - $395 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $826 - $1,010.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$826 - $1,010 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $172 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$347 - $424 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$236 - $288 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $856 - $1,046. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$856 - $1,046 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$144 - $176 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$128 - $156 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $861 - $1,053, which is about 2.8% 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 $519 - $635, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,144 - $6,288 |
16.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,764 - $4,600 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$861 - $1,053 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$519 - $635 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Ames IA area is $230 - $282. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$230 - $282 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$230 - $282 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $693 - $847.
| Other Events Cost |
$693 - $847 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$693 - $847 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$368 - $450 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$368 - $450 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Ames IA spend between $2,920 - $3,568 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Ames IA with 125 guests spend between $2,575 - $3,147 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,920 - $3,568 |
9.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$345 - $421 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,575 - $3,147 |
8.4% |