For a wedding with 175 guests in the Iowa City IA, the estimated total cost is around $31,539 - $38,547. 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 $200. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,539 - $38,547.
The average wedding cost in Iowa City IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,539 - $38,547 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Rotonda West FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $240 - $294. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $258 - $316.
In Rotonda West FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,432 - $1,750. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,039 - $2,493 |
6.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$240 - $294 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$258 - $316 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,432 - $1,750 |
4.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Iowa City IA is $538 - $658. 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 |
$538 - $658 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$538 - $658 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Iowa City IA is $216 - $264. 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 |
$216 - $264 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,364 - $1,668, which is 4.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Iowa City IA area is $946 - $1,156.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,364 - $1,668 |
4.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$946 - $1,156 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$419 - $512 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Iowa City IA, you should budget approximately $17,384 - $21,247, which is about 55.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,384 - $21,247 |
55.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,995 - $3,661 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,815 - $7,107 |
18.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,462 - $7,898 |
20.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,111 - $2,581 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,750 - $3,361. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,750 - $3,361 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$429 - $525 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$192 - $234 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$455 - $557 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$556 - $680 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$681 - $833 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$436 - $532 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,026 - $1,254.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,026 - $1,254 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $171 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$482 - $590 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$302 - $369 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,103 - $1,348. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,103 - $1,348 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$184 - $224 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$280 - $342 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$165 - $201 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $807 - $987, which is about 2.6% 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 $487 - $595, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,294 - $1,582 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$807 - $987 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$487 - $595 |
1.5% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$236 - $288 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $686 - $838.
| Other Events Cost |
$686 - $838 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$686 - $838 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$377 - $461 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$377 - $461 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Iowa City IA spend between $2,526 - $3,088 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Iowa City IA with 175 guests spend between $2,183 - $2,669 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,526 - $3,088 |
8.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$343 - $419 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,183 - $2,669 |
6.9% |