For a wedding with 125 guests in the Iowa City IA, the estimated total cost is around $28,725 - $35,109. 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 $255. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,725 - $35,109.
The average wedding cost in Iowa City IA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,725 - $35,109 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $248 - $303. 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 $266 - $326.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,457 - $1,781. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,085 - $2,549 |
7.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$248 - $303 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$114 - $140 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$266 - $326 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,457 - $1,781 |
5.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Iowa City IA is $379 - $463. 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 |
$379 - $463 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$379 - $463 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Iowa City IA is $212 - $259. 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 |
$212 - $259 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$72 - $88 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,319 - $1,612, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Iowa City IA area is $914 - $1,117.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,319 - $1,612 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$914 - $1,117 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$405 - $495 |
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 Iowa City IA, you should budget approximately $12,572 - $15,366, which is about 43.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,572 - $15,366 |
43.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,061 - $2,519 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,973 - $4,855 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,072 - $6,199 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,467 - $1,793 |
5.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,170 - $2,652. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,170 - $2,652 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$410 - $502 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$186 - $228 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$261 - $319 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$535 - $653 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$474 - $580 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$303 - $371 |
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 $762 - $932.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$762 - $932 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$107 - $131 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$145 - $177 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$334 - $408 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$176 - $216 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $658 - $804. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$658 - $804 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$111 - $135 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$165 - $201 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$75 - $91 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$77 - $95 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $817 - $999, 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 $496 - $606, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,863 - $5,943 |
16.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,550 - $4,338 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$817 - $999 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$496 - $606 |
1.7% |
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 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$236 - $288 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $673 - $823.
| Other Events Cost |
$673 - $823 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$673 - $823 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$376 - $460 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$376 - $460 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Iowa City IA spend between $2,421 - $2,959 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Iowa City IA with 125 guests spend between $2,077 - $2,539 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,421 - $2,959 |
8.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,077 - $2,539 |
7.2% |